Does β‑Blocker Use Increase Depression Risk?
While depression is often cited as an adverse effect of β-blocker use, there is limited evidence supporting this causal relationship.
All articles by Cassandra Pardini, PharmD
Study Compares Pharmacotherapies for Panic Disorder
The study aimed to identify medication classes and specific SSRIs that provide high rates of remission as well as a low risk of adverse events when used in the treatment of panic disorder with or without agoraphobia.
Medication Organizers Often Contain “One Pill Can Kill” Meds
While known to increase patient compliance, medication organizers, such as blister packs and pill boxes, have also been associated with unintentional pediatric medication exposures.
Pharmacotherapy for Preschool-Age Children With ADHD Examined
This retrospective EHR review aimed to evaluate the frequency of reported ADHD symptom improvement and adverse effects associated with these medication classes when used as initial therapy in preschool-age children.
Case Series: Naloxone Use Linked to Acute Pulmonary Edema
At normal doses, the drug’s adverse effects are minimal, with the majority being attributed to acute withdrawal effects.
Case Report: Pain Med Dose Linked to Patient’s Sleepwalking
The patient, who had suffered a traumatic brain injury approximately 8 months prior, presented to the emergency department complaining of increasing dizziness as well as sleepwalking frequency.
Review Assesses Pharmacotherapies for Adult ADHD
The review included a total of 81 unique trials that reported 1 or more outcomes of interest.
Study Finds Possible Link Between Labor Epidural Analgesia and ASD Risk
Maternal exposure to labor epidural analgesia may be associated with an increased risk of autism spectrum disorders in offspring.
Vaccination Linked to Reduced Alzheimer Disease Risk
At AAIC 2020, 2 presentations separately discussed observing a reduced risk of AD in patients who received the influenza and pneumonia vaccines.
Guidance Issued on Managing Pain During Public Health Crises
In order to provide national guidance addressing issues surrounding pain management practices, an expert panel was convened to provide a framework for pain practitioners and institutions.
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