Antirheumatic Drugs and Pregnancy: A Primer

December 14th, 2011 by admin

Dr. Robert Fox reviews the safety of antirheumatic drugs in pregnant patients or in those wishing to conceive.
Medscape Rheumatology

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Can Venlafaxine Treat Menopausal Hot Flashes?

May 13th, 2011 by admin

Antidepressants have been studied as alternatives to estrogen therapy for management of vasomotor symptoms.
Medscape Pharmacists

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Why Is the OGTT Used in Pregnancy?

February 28th, 2011 by admin

Diagnosis of gestational diabetes mellitus requires use of oral glucose.
Medscape Pharmacists

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Should Proton-Pump Inhibitors Be Avoided in Pregnant Women?

February 18th, 2011 by admin

Recent news about possible cardiac anomalies in pregnant women exposed to proton-pump inhibitors raises concerns among providers and patients.
Medscape Gastroenterology

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Who Needs Serum Testing for Genital Herpes?

February 17th, 2011 by admin

Testing is recommended for certain patients, although there are drawbacks to testing as well as benefits.
Medscape Nurses

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How Should Enoxaparin Be Dosed for VTE Prevention?

February 15th, 2011 by admin

How do you define “higher” prophylaxis doses of enoxaparin?
Medscape Pharmacists

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Is it Safe to Conceive While on Methotrexate?

January 26th, 2011 by admin

Is it safe to conceive while the man or woman is taking methotrexate? Dr. Stephen Paget answers this question and reviews which rheumatologic medications are contraindicated in pregnancy.
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What Do I Do With a Woman Who Is Pregnant and on Biologics?

January 4th, 2011 by admin

With the increasing use of therapeutic monoclonal antibodies, more women of childbearing age are taking these agents. Should they stop during pregnancy, and if so, when?
Medscape Gastroenterology

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When Should Nevirapine Be Used to Prevent Mother-to-Child HIV Transmission?

December 18th, 2010 by admin

Review the guidelines for using an NNTRI in mothers in labor who may be HIV-positive.
Medscape Pharmacists

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What Are the Signs of an Infected Body Piercing or Tattoo?

November 30th, 2010 by admin

Ink and body jewelry are becoming more popular. Learn how to distinguish normal healing from possible infection.
Medscape Nurses

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What Are the Signs of an Infected Body Piercing or Tattoo?

November 30th, 2010 by admin

Ink and body jewelry are becoming more popular. Learn how to distinguish normal healing from possible infection.
Medscape Nurses

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What Are the Signs of an Infected Body Piercing or Tattoo?

November 30th, 2010 by admin

Ink and body jewelry are becoming more popular. Learn how to distinguish normal healing from possible infection.
Medscape Nurses

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What Should I Know About "Status Offenses?"

June 22nd, 2010 by admin

Be sure that teenage status offenders receive the help they need.
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