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Our 2023 Nursing Calculations Quiz

OctariusRx

Our 2023 nursing calculations quiz is now available. Are you an expert at performing medication calculations or do you need practice? Nursing medication calculations are a critical component of patient safety. Very few people enjoy medication calculations, but our patients rely on us to do them well every time.

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Five for Friday February 24: Celebrating Success in Advancing Medication Use Quality

PQA

PQA has launched a new scholarship program to help pharmacy and other health care professions students from diverse backgrounds attend the 2023 PQA Annual Meeting, May 10-12, in Nashville, Tenn. Current medication labels often hinder safe and appropriate use of medicines. Registration is open for the 2023 PQA Annual Meeting!

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Can you drink on Mucinex?

The Checkup by Singlecare

Read all medication labels and consult a healthcare provider for medical advice before consuming alcohol while taking medications for cough and cold symptoms. Seek help for misuse The misuse of medications like Mucinex, especially those containing dextromethorphan , is a serious concern.

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Best allergy medicine for a runny nose

The Checkup by Singlecare

In September 2023, the U.S. Read the medication label and ask your healthcare provider about potential side effects and how to manage them. “Overuse can lead to a rebound effect, where nasal congestion worsens, a condition known as rebound congestion. Long-term use can also potentially damage the nasal tissues,” he says.

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Sertraline: Everything you need to know about generic Zoloft

The Checkup by Singlecare

Zoloft is a brand-name medication with a generic option available called sertraline. Sertraline is the second most commonly prescribed antidepressant of 2023 so far (second to generic Lexapro), according to SingleCare script data. With a generic option of Zoloft available, sertraline is often a more affordable option for people.

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Diphenhydramine interactions to avoid

The Checkup by Singlecare

Remember, diphenhydramine comes in products by MANY names, and you don’t want to double up, so read the labels carefully. It can be in medications labeled as sleep aids, allergy medications, and cough and cold preparations. Diphenhydramine does cross into the breast milk and can have adverse events for the young child.