Statins for STEMI in the Emergency Department
Introduction Pharmacology Atorvastatin Rosuvastatin Dose 80 mg orally once daily 40 mg orally once daily Administration Oral Oral PK/PD Onset: 3-5 days for LDL…
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Piperacillin-tazobactam plus Vancomycin and Acute Kidney Injury by Caroline Rosario
Introduction Pharmacology Vancomycin Piperacillin-tazobactam4 Dose Depends on infection and PK/PD target General dosing for systemic infections: IV 15-20 mg/kg IV Q8-12H for systemic infections…
Corticosteroids in Sepsis by Marissa Marks, PharmD
Introduction Pharmacology Hydrocortisone Methylprednisolone Fludrocortisone Dose IV: 50 mg Q6H or 100 mg Q8H x 5-7 days IV (succinate): 40 to 125 mg/day (maximum…
Ketamine for Treatment of Acute Agitation
Introduction Ketamine is a sedative used for patients with extreme/refractory undifferentiated agitation Indications for utilizing ketamine for emergent sedation of agitated patients include Patient poses…
10 Things You Can Do If You Don’t Match for a Pharmacy Residency Program
As pharmacy residency application season comes to a close, it’s time to take a deep breath and reflect on the experience. Regardless of the outcome,…
Beyond Residency Applications: How to Focus on Self-Improvement and Growth
As pharmacy residency application season comes to a close, it’s time to take a deep breath and reflect on the experience. Regardless of the outcome,…