Chapter 7: Pharmacology and Toxicology (Part ...

Dr. O'Connell gives an update about the Crush Step 1 book and as well as his new project, MedPrepToGo. Learn more at medpreptogo.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices 

Today's episode covers the second half of the Pulmonology chapter from Crush Step 1. Topics covered include: - Respiratory Pathology - Pharmacology Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices 

Semaglutide, which is sold under the brand names Ozempic, Wegovy and Rybelsus, has become increasingly popular and is a medication you are likely to encounter in the clinical setting and when reviewing your patient’s medical histories. In this article, you’ll learn the key things ...  Show more

On this episode I explain digoxin pharmacology and also run through some scenarios where I’ve seen digoxin toxicity actually happen. I also discuss the relationship of low potassium and how digoxin can have an exacerbated effect in this setting. Hope you enjoy the episode and ple ...  Show more

I discuss dextromethorphan pharmacology, adverse effects, drug interactions, and more on this podcast episode. CYP2D6 metabolizes Dextromethorphan. A commonly used antidepressant is a CYP2D6 inhibitor. I discuss this on the podcast. Dextromethorphan is a commonly used OTC cough s ...  Show more

On this podcast episode, I discuss clindamycin pharmacology, adverse effects, drug interactions, and much more! Clindamycin (oral administration) can cause esophageal irritation and it is recommended to take this medication with a full glass of water. C. Diff risk and frequent do ...  Show more