Jul 25, 20231 minNormal Saline vs Lactated Ringers - #PHARMFAXThere has been a change of preference of fluids from normal saline to lactated ringers. There has been a change of preference of...
Jul 25, 20231 minCannabinoid Hyperemsis Syndrome - #PHARMFAXMaybe the devil’s lettuce is actually whats making you profusing vomit. Maybe the devil’s lettuce is actually whats making you profusing...
Jul 24, 20231 minViral Encephalitis - #PHARMFAXAcyclovir reduced mortality from herpes simplex encephalitis from 70% to 9%. Thats pretty good. The introduction of acyclovir reduced...
Jul 24, 20232 minUrinary Tract Infections - #PHARMFAXBacteria in the urine without symptoms is not a urinary tract infection. Bacteria in the urine without symptoms is not a urinary tract...
Jul 24, 20231 minExtended-Spectrum Beta-Lactamase - #PHARMFAXExtended-spectrum beta-lactamase organisms hydrolyze penicillins, cephalosporins, and aztreonam. Extended-spectrum beta-lactamase...
Jul 24, 20231 minDiabetic Foot Infection - #PHARMFAXDiabetic foot infections are a significant contributer to osteomyelitis and lower extremity amputations. Diabetic foot infections are...
Jul 24, 20231 minTranexamic Acid for Bradykinin-Induced Angioedema - #PHARMFAX Tranexamic acid indirectly reduces bradykinin production by decreasing plasmin. Angioedema can be histamine or bradykin-mediated....
Jul 24, 20231 minAortic Dissections - #PHARMFAXAortic dissections is a tear of the inner aortic wall that creates a “false lumen” and can potentially rupture. Aortic dissections is...
Jul 24, 20231 minScorpion Antivenom- #PHARMFAXScorpion venom toxins inhibits inactivation of sodium channels, resulting in prolonged depolarization and autonomic excitation. Scorpion...
Jul 24, 20231 minHydroxycobalamin and Vasoplegia - #PHARMFAXHigh-dose hydroxycobalamin (vitamin B12) has an FDA indication for cyanide toxicity, but has seen increased use for refractory...