Is Rinsing Your Sinuses With Neti Pots Safe?
Nasal irrigation devices, such as neti pots, can be effective for allergies, sinus infections and other conditions. But they must…
1021: How Long Is the Duration of DOAC Interference With Heparin Anti-Xa Levels?
Show notes at pharmacyjoe.com/episode1021. In this episode, I’ll discuss the duration of DOAC interference with heparin anti-Xa levels. The post…
1020: How to Predict Which Critically Ill DKA Patients Will Fail the Transition from IV to SubQ Insulin
Show notes at pharmacyjoe.com/episode1020. In this episode, I’ll discuss how to predict failure of insulin transition in critically ill patients…
1019: Normal Saline Vs. Balanced Crystalloids – Could the First Few Liters Be the Ones That Matter Most?
Show notes at pharmacyjoe.com/episode1019. In this episode, I’ll discuss whether the composition of the first few liters of resuscitation fluid…
Where and How to Dispose of Unused Medicines
The best way to dispose of your expired, unwanted, or unused medicines is through a drug take back program. Or…
1018: Balancing Risk vs Benefit – Andexanet vs. Prothrombin Complex Concentrate for Reversal of Factor Xa Inhibitor-Related Intracranial Hemorrhage
Show notes at pharmacyjoe.com/episode1018. In this episode, I’ll discuss andexanet vs. prothrombin complex concentrate for reversal of factor Xa inhibitor-related…
Pulse Oximeter Basics
A pulse oximeter, or pulse ox, is a device that estimates the amount of oxygen in the blood. Here’s what…
Paws Off Xylitol; It’s Dangerous for Dogs
Sugarless gum may contain xylitol, a class of sweetener known as sugar alcohol. Xylitol is present in many products and…
Allergy Relief for Your Child
When a child’s sniffles and sneezes won’t go away for weeks, the cause might be allergies. The FDA regulates prescription…
Your Animal Is Sick. Was It Something They Ate? Vet-LIRN May Be Able to Help
The FDA investigates foodborne illnesses for human foods and animal foods. FDA’s Vet-LIRN program can help your vet determine if…