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ER-Rx is a podcast dedicated to informing emergency room/ intensive care unit physicians, residents, pharmacists, advanced practice providers, and nurses on appropriate and optimal use of medications. This podcast will provide laid-back, fun, useful information in easily digestible portions. Tune in each week as we review recently-published guidelines and studies, answer medication-related questions, present "Grand Rounds" on a wide variety of clinical topics, and enjoy "An Expert Talks" where we invite guests outside of the pharmacy department to discuss a critical topic. Our host, Dr. Adis Keric, is a Board Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist and a Board Certified Critical Care pharmacist who currently works in the emergency room and intensive care units at a large, level I trauma center. Adis has more than 8 years of hospital pharmacy experience, including 2 years of residency. He acts as a PGY-1 and PGY-2 critical care pharmacy residency preceptor in the emergency room, surgical intensive care unit, medical intensive care unit, and the neurocritical care unit. He is also a preceptor for local pharmacy students and is heavily involved in the research aspect of the pharmacy residency programs at his site.

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    Episode 94- "Don't Set the Precedent": Precedex for Alcohol Withdrawal

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2023 11:45 Transcription Available


    Are you using Precedex for alcohol withdrawal? Hear my take on why I don't like this idea, with evidence from a recently-published meta-analysis.Follow HERE!References:All references for Episode 94 are found on my Read by QxMD collectionSupport the showFind ER-Rx: - On Instagram: @ERRxPodcast - On the website: errxpodcast.com - On YouTube Disclaimer: The information contained within the ER-Rx podcast episodes, errxpodcast.com, and the @errxpodcast Instagram page is for informational/ educational purposes only, is not meant to replace professional medical judgement, and does not constitute a provider-patient relationship between you and the authors. Information contained herein may be accidentally inaccurate, incomplete, or outdated, and users are to use caution, seek medical advice from a licensed physician, and consult available resources prior to any medical decision making. The contributors of the ER-Rx podcast are not affiliated with, nor do they speak on behalf of, any medical institutions, educational facilities, or other healthcare programs.

    Episode 93- An Expert Talks: Managing Hyperglycemia in the ER

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2023 54:37


    This week, Dr. Michael Paddock answers some common insulin and diabetes management questions we have all had. Don't miss out! Follow HERE!Support the showFind ER-Rx: - On Instagram: @ERRxPodcast - On the website: errxpodcast.com - On YouTube Disclaimer: The information contained within the ER-Rx podcast episodes, errxpodcast.com, and the @errxpodcast Instagram page is for informational/ educational purposes only, is not meant to replace professional medical judgement, and does not constitute a provider-patient relationship between you and the authors. Information contained herein may be accidentally inaccurate, incomplete, or outdated, and users are to use caution, seek medical advice from a licensed physician, and consult available resources prior to any medical decision making. The contributors of the ER-Rx podcast are not affiliated with, nor do they speak on behalf of, any medical institutions, educational facilities, or other healthcare programs.

    Episode 92- Naloxone for ACE-I overdose

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2023 9:58 Transcription Available


    Learn how naloxone can be used in the setting of an ACE-I overdose. Who would have thought?Need a new logo for your brand or company? Click HERE Tell him ER-Rx Podcast sent you for a 10% discount!Follow HERE!References:All references for Episode 92 are found on my Read by QxMD collectionSupport the showFind ER-Rx: - On Instagram: @ERRxPodcast - On the website: errxpodcast.com - On YouTube Disclaimer: The information contained within the ER-Rx podcast episodes, errxpodcast.com, and the @errxpodcast Instagram page is for informational/ educational purposes only, is not meant to replace professional medical judgement, and does not constitute a provider-patient relationship between you and the authors. Information contained herein may be accidentally inaccurate, incomplete, or outdated, and users are to use caution, seek medical advice from a licensed physician, and consult available resources prior to any medical decision making. The contributors of the ER-Rx podcast are not affiliated with, nor do they speak on behalf of, any medical institutions, educational facilities, or other healthcare programs.

    Episode 91- Which patients respond best to Angiotensin II?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2023 9:27 Transcription Available


    This week, I discuss which patients respond best to ATII and when to start it (hint: it's earlier than you think)Follow HERE! References:All references for Episode 91 are found on my Read by QxMD collectionSupport the showFind ER-Rx: - On Instagram: @ERRxPodcast - On the website: errxpodcast.com - On YouTube Disclaimer: The information contained within the ER-Rx podcast episodes, errxpodcast.com, and the @errxpodcast Instagram page is for informational/ educational purposes only, is not meant to replace professional medical judgement, and does not constitute a provider-patient relationship between you and the authors. Information contained herein may be accidentally inaccurate, incomplete, or outdated, and users are to use caution, seek medical advice from a licensed physician, and consult available resources prior to any medical decision making. The contributors of the ER-Rx podcast are not affiliated with, nor do they speak on behalf of, any medical institutions, educational facilities, or other healthcare programs.

    Episode 90- PharmSoHard meets ER-Rx: Status Epilepticus

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2023 56:19


    In this episode, I sit down with Jimmy Pruitt of the PharmSoHard podcast and talk about my favorite; status epilepticus. Support the showFind ER-Rx: - On Instagram: @ERRxPodcast - On the website: errxpodcast.com - On YouTube Disclaimer: The information contained within the ER-Rx podcast episodes, errxpodcast.com, and the @errxpodcast Instagram page is for informational/ educational purposes only, is not meant to replace professional medical judgement, and does not constitute a provider-patient relationship between you and the authors. Information contained herein may be accidentally inaccurate, incomplete, or outdated, and users are to use caution, seek medical advice from a licensed physician, and consult available resources prior to any medical decision making. The contributors of the ER-Rx podcast are not affiliated with, nor do they speak on behalf of, any medical institutions, educational facilities, or other healthcare programs.

    Episode 89- Let's talk BRASH

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2023 7:40 Transcription Available


    In this Fresh Fruit episode, we talk about BRASH syndrome. Who gets it? How do they present? And how are they managed? Follow HERE!References:Majeed H, Khan U, Khan AM, et al. BRASH syndrome: a systematic review of reported case. Current Problems in Cardiology (2023). Support the showFind ER-Rx: - On Instagram: @ERRxPodcast - On the website: errxpodcast.com - On YouTube Disclaimer: The information contained within the ER-Rx podcast episodes, errxpodcast.com, and the @errxpodcast Instagram page is for informational/ educational purposes only, is not meant to replace professional medical judgement, and does not constitute a provider-patient relationship between you and the authors. Information contained herein may be accidentally inaccurate, incomplete, or outdated, and users are to use caution, seek medical advice from a licensed physician, and consult available resources prior to any medical decision making. The contributors of the ER-Rx podcast are not affiliated with, nor do they speak on behalf of, any medical institutions, educational facilities, or other healthcare programs.

    Episode 88- Can we treat staph aureus bacteremias with oral antibiotics?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2023 6:27 Transcription Available


    Oral antibiotics can be an option for gram negative bacteremias, but what's the data for their use in treating staph aureus bacteremias?Follow HERE!References:All references for Episode 88 are found on my Read by QxMD collectionSupport the showFind ER-Rx: - On Instagram: @ERRxPodcast - On the website: errxpodcast.com - On YouTube Disclaimer: The information contained within the ER-Rx podcast episodes, errxpodcast.com, and the @errxpodcast Instagram page is for informational/ educational purposes only, is not meant to replace professional medical judgement, and does not constitute a provider-patient relationship between you and the authors. Information contained herein may be accidentally inaccurate, incomplete, or outdated, and users are to use caution, seek medical advice from a licensed physician, and consult available resources prior to any medical decision making. The contributors of the ER-Rx podcast are not affiliated with, nor do they speak on behalf of, any medical institutions, educational facilities, or other healthcare programs.

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    Episode 87- Should we give IV magnesium to all patients in AF?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2023 7:06 Transcription Available


    Magnesium- the wonder drug. Should it be something you always give with a rate-controlling  agent for patients in atrial fibrillation? Click HERE to leave a review of the podcast!Follow HERE!References:All references for Episode 87 are found on my Read by QxMD collectionDisclaimer: The information contained within the  ER-Rx podcast episodes, errxpodcast.com, and the @errxpodcast Instagram page is for informational/ educational purposes only, is not meant to replace professional medical judgement, and does not constitute a provider-patient relationship between you and the authors. Information contained herein may be accidentally inaccurate, incomplete, or outdated, and users are to use caution,  seek medical advice from a licensed physician, and consult available resources prior to any medical decision making. The contributors of the ER-Rx podcast are not affiliated with, nor do they speak on behalf of,  any medical institutions, educational facilities, or other healthcare programs.Support the show

    Episode 86- Why is my patient on two beta-blockers?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2023 5:55 Transcription Available


    Having a patient on two beta-blockers isn't always a medical error. Find out when and why this may be indicated this week. Click HERE to leave a review of the podcast!Follow HERE!References:All references for Episode 86 are found on my Read by QxMD collectionDisclaimer: The information contained within the  ER-Rx podcast episodes, errxpodcast.com, and the @errxpodcast Instagram page is for informational/ educational purposes only, is not meant to replace professional medical judgement, and does not constitute a provider-patient relationship between you and the authors. Information contained herein may be accidentally inaccurate, incomplete, or outdated, and users are to use caution,  seek medical advice from a licensed physician, and consult available resources prior to any medical decision making. The contributors of the ER-Rx podcast are not affiliated with, nor do they speak on behalf of,  any medical institutions, educational facilities, or other healthcare programs.Support the show

    Episode 85- "It Takes 1 to Roc": Part Two: Is 1 enough?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2022 7:03 Transcription Available


    In Part Two of this "Mini Grand Rounds" series, let's look at the 1 mg/kg dosing of roc. Could it be optimized? Click HERE to leave a review of the podcast!Follow HERE!References:All references for Episode 85 are found on my Read by QxMD collectionDisclaimer: The information contained within the  ER-Rx podcast episodes, errxpodcast.com, and the @errxpodcast Instagram page is for informational/ educational purposes only, is not meant to replace professional medical judgement, and does not constitute a provider-patient relationship between you and the authors. Information contained herein may be accidentally inaccurate, incomplete, or outdated, and users are to use caution,  seek medical advice from a licensed physician, and consult available resources prior to any medical decision making. The contributors of the ER-Rx podcast are not affiliated with, nor do they speak on behalf of,  any medical institutions, educational facilities, or other healthcare programs.Support the show

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    Episode 84- "It Takes 1 to Roc": Part One: ABW, IBW, or LBW?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2022 8:26 Transcription Available


    In Part One of this "Mini Grand Rounds" series, we discuss the factors that determine how to dose meds, in this case rocuronium, in obesityClick HERE to leave a review of the podcast!Subscribe HERE!References:All references for Episode 84  are found on my Read by QxMD collectionDisclaimer: The information contained within the  ER-Rx podcast episodes, errxpodcast.com, and the @errxpodcast Instagram page is for informational/ educational purposes only, is not meant to replace professional medical judgement, and does not constitute a provider-patient relationship between you and the authors. Information contained herein may be accidentally inaccurate, incomplete, or outdated, and users are to use caution,  seek medical advice from a licensed physician, and consult available resources prior to any medical decision making. The contributors of the ER-Rx podcast are not affiliated with, nor do they speak on behalf of,  any medical institutions, educational facilities, or other healthcare programs.Support the show

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    Episode 83- An Expert Talks: Awake and Walking ICUs

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2022 57:09


    Your intubated patients would love it if you heard this episode! Learn about the dangers of sedation with our guest, Kali Dayton, DNP, AGACNPClick HERE for the ABCDEF Bundle Click HERE to leave a review of the podcast!Subscribe HERE!References:All references for Episode 83  are found on my Read by QxMD collectionDisclaimer: The information contained within the  ER-Rx podcast episodes, errxpodcast.com, and the @errxpodcast Instagram page is for informational/ educational purposes only, is not meant to replace professional medical judgement, and does not constitute a provider-patient relationship between you and the authors. Information contained herein may be accidentally inaccurate, incomplete, or outdated, and users are to use caution,  seek medical advice from a licensed physician, and consult available resources prior to any medical decision making. The contributors of the ER-Rx podcast are not affiliated with, nor do they speak on behalf of,  any medical institutions, educational facilities, or other healthcare programs.Support the show

    Episode 82- "Bad Shrooms": Part Two: Treatment

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2022 6:44 Transcription Available


    Wrapping up the two-part series discussing poisonous mushrooms. This week, we focus on treatment with agents like silibinin.To obtain silibinin (Legalon SIL):- Contact the FDA at 301-796-3400 (8AM- 4:30 PM on weekdays/ after 4:30 PM or on weekends, contact the emergency call center at 866-300-4374) OR email druginfo@fda.hhs.gov. They will provide you with an Expanded Access IND number. - In Canada, use the Special Access Program (613-946-8711 OR email hc.sap.devices.mdb.sc@canada.ca). Outside normal hours call 613-410-9186. - Contact the manufacturer (Emergency_Legalon@marken.com or call 484-754-7500) and  complete the request form. If you have any questions on the form, contact Marken Customer Service at 484-754-7500 (monitored 24/7).  Click HERE to leave a review of the podcast!Subscribe HERE!References:All references for Episode 82  are found on my Read by QxMD collectionDisclaimer: The information contained within the  ER-Rx podcast episodes, errxpodcast.com, and the @errxpodcast Instagram page is for informational/ educational purposes only, is not meant to replace professional medical judgement, and does not constitute a provider-patient relationship between you and the authors. Information contained herein may be accidentally inaccurate, incomplete, or outdated, and users are to use caution,  seek medical advice from a licensed physician, and consult available resources prior to any medical decision making. The contributors of the ER-Rx podcast are not affiliated with, nor do they speak on behalf of,  any medical institutions, educational facilities, or other healthcare programs.Support the show

    Episode 81- "Bad Shrooms": Part One: Amatoxin

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2022 5:46 Transcription Available


    The first of a two-part series discussing poisonous mushrooms. This week, we focus on amatoxin toxicity and presentation.  Click HERE to leave a review of the podcast!Subscribe HERE!References:All references for Episode 81  are found on my Read by QxMD collectionDisclaimer: The information contained within the  ER-Rx podcast episodes, errxpodcast.com, and the @errxpodcast Instagram page is for informational/ educational purposes only, is not meant to replace professional medical judgement, and does not constitute a provider-patient relationship between you and the authors. Information contained herein may be accidentally inaccurate, incomplete, or outdated, and users are to use caution,  seek medical advice from a licensed physician, and consult available resources prior to any medical decision making. The contributors of the ER-Rx podcast are not affiliated with, nor do they speak on behalf of,  any medical institutions, educational facilities, or other healthcare programs.Support the show

    Episode 80- One-time aminoglycosides for cystitis

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2022 6:24 Transcription Available


    Let's revive an old practice that may one day help you treat uncomplicated cystitis without having to admit your patient to the hospital Click HERE to leave a review of the podcast!Subscribe HERE!References:All references for Episode 80 are found on my Read by QxMD collectionDisclaimer: The information contained within the  ER-Rx podcast episodes, errxpodcast.com, and the @errxpodcast Instagram page is for informational/ educational purposes only, is not meant to replace professional medical judgement, and does not constitute a provider-patient relationship between you and the authors. Information contained herein may be accidentally inaccurate, incomplete, or outdated, and users are to use caution,  seek medical advice from a licensed physician, and consult available resources prior to any medical decision making. The contributors of the ER-Rx podcast are not affiliated with, nor do they speak on behalf of,  any medical institutions, educational facilities, or other healthcare programs.Support the show

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    Episode 79- An Expert Talks: Scorpion sting vs. stimulant exposure in pediatric patients

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2022 59:22


    What do scorpions and meth have in common? Tune in as Drs. Rebecca Gragg and Daniel Brooks share their insights in this tox episode Click HERE to leave a review of the podcast!Subscribe HERE!References:All references for Episode 79 are found on my Read by QxMD collectionDisclaimer: The information contained within the  ER-Rx podcast episodes, errxpodcast.com, and the @errxpodcast Instagram page is for informational/ educational purposes only, is not meant to replace professional medical judgement, and does not constitute a provider-patient relationship between you and the authors. Information contained herein may be accidentally inaccurate, incomplete, or outdated, and users are to use caution,  seek medical advice from a licensed physician, and consult available resources prior to any medical decision making. The contributors of the ER-Rx podcast are not affiliated with, nor do they speak on behalf of,  any medical institutions, educational facilities, or other healthcare programs.Support the show

    Episode 78- "If it ain't broke...": Fixed versus variable Kcentra dosing

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2022 6:53 Transcription Available


    How does a 1500 IU fixed dose of Kcentra stack up to FDA-approved variable dosing for reaching a specific INR target? Let's talk about it.  Click HERE to leave a review of the podcast!Subscribe HERE!References:All references for Episode 78 are found on my Read by QxMD collectionDisclaimer: The information contained within the  ER-Rx podcast episodes, errxpodcast.com, and the @errxpodcast Instagram page is for informational/ educational purposes only, is not meant to replace professional medical judgement, and does not constitute a provider-patient relationship between you and the authors. Information contained herein may be accidentally inaccurate, incomplete, or outdated, and users are to use caution,  seek medical advice from a licensed physician, and consult available resources prior to any medical decision making. The contributors of the ER-Rx podcast are not affiliated with, nor do they speak on behalf of,  any medical institutions, educational facilities, or other healthcare programs.Support the show

    Episode 77- "Cutting cost and waste": Rabies immune globulin dose rounding

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2022 7:37 Transcription Available


    Want to save your site and your patient money while at the same time reduce drug waste? Listen now for one tip on how to do just that.  Click HERE to leave a review of the podcast!Subscribe HERE!References:All references for Episode 77 are found on my Read by QxMD collectionDisclaimer: The information contained within the  ER-Rx podcast episodes, errxpodcast.com, and the @errxpodcast Instagram page is for informational/ educational purposes only, is not meant to replace professional medical judgement, and does not constitute a provider-patient relationship between you and the authors. Information contained herein may be accidentally inaccurate, incomplete, or outdated, and users are to use caution,  seek medical advice from a licensed physician, and consult available resources prior to any medical decision making. The contributors of the ER-Rx podcast are not affiliated with, nor do they speak on behalf of,  any medical institutions, educational facilities, or other healthcare programs.Support the show

    Episode 76- Can we treat bacteremia with cephalexin?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2022 8:22 Transcription Available


    Or any other beta-lactam antibiotic? Or do we have to use a fluoroquinolone or Bactrim? Find out on this week's Pharmacy Consult episode.  Click HERE to leave a review of the podcast!Subscribe HERE!References:All references for Episode 76 are found on my Read by QxMD collectionDisclaimer: The information contained within the  ER-Rx podcast episodes, errxpodcast.com, and the @errxpodcast Instagram page is for informational/ educational purposes only, is not meant to replace professional medical judgement, and does not constitute a provider-patient relationship between you and the authors. Information contained herein may be accidentally inaccurate, incomplete, or outdated, and users are to use caution,  seek medical advice from a licensed physician, and consult available resources prior to any medical decision making. The contributors of the ER-Rx podcast are not affiliated with, nor do they speak on behalf of,  any medical institutions, educational facilities, or other healthcare programs.Support the show

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    Episode 75- Does caffeine reduce the efficacy of adenosine?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2022 7:15 Transcription Available


    Why didn't adenosine work? Not giving it rapidly enough? Is the coffee your patient just drank to blame?  We focus on the latter. Click HERE to leave a review of the podcast!Subscribe HERE!References:All references for Episode 75 are found on my Read by QxMD collectionDisclaimer: The information contained within the  ER-Rx podcast episodes, errxpodcast.com, and the @errxpodcast Instagram page is for informational/ educational purposes only, is not meant to replace professional medical judgement, and does not constitute a provider-patient relationship between you and the authors. Information contained herein may be accidentally inaccurate, incomplete, or outdated, and users are to use caution,  seek medical advice from a licensed physician, and consult available resources prior to any medical decision making. The contributors of the ER-Rx podcast are not affiliated with, nor do they speak on behalf of,  any medical institutions, educational facilities, or other healthcare programs.Support the show

    Episode 74- An Expert Talks: Intricacies of Hyperkalemia Management

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2022 69:00


    Not your average hyperkalemia episode! Jimmy Pruitt, host of the Pharm-So-Hard podcast, shares some pearls on hyperkalemia managementClick HERE to leave a review of the podcast!Subscribe HERE!Disclaimer: The information contained within the  ER-Rx podcast episodes, errxpodcast.com, and the @errxpodcast Instagram page is for informational/ educational purposes only, is not meant to replace professional medical judgement, and does not constitute a provider-patient relationship between you and the authors. Information contained herein may be accidentally inaccurate, incomplete, or outdated, and users are to use caution,  seek medical advice from a licensed physician, and consult available resources prior to any medical decision making. The contributors of the ER-Rx podcast are not affiliated with, nor do they speak on behalf of,  any medical institutions, educational facilities, or other healthcare programs.To celebrate the 2-year anniversary of the ER-Rx Podcast, we're giving away another medically-related prize bundle. All you have to do to enter is subscribe to the podcast newsletter found on errxpodcast.com—and don't worry- if you've already done that in the past you will still be entered into the drawing. The deadline to enter is May 15th and the winner will be announced on May 19th- the 75th episode. Support the show

    Episode 73- "Alcohol Withdrawal? Try Phenobarbital!": Part 3: An Expert Talks

    Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later Apr 21, 2022 46:28


    In the final part of this "Mini Grand Rounds" series,  the author of a recently-published study discusses his experience with phenobarbitalClick HERE to leave a review of the podcast!Subscribe HERE!References:All references for Episode 73 are found on my Read by QxMD collectionDisclaimer: The information contained within the  ER-Rx podcast episodes, errxpodcast.com, and the @errxpodcast Instagram page is for informational/ educational purposes only, is not meant to replace professional medical judgement, and does not constitute a provider-patient relationship between you and the authors. Information contained herein may be accidentally inaccurate, incomplete, or outdated, and users are to use caution,  seek medical advice from a licensed physician, and consult available resources prior to any medical decision making. The contributors of the ER-Rx podcast are not affiliated with, nor do they speak on behalf of,  any medical institutions, educational facilities, or other healthcare programs.To celebrate the 2-year anniversary of the ER-Rx Podcast, we're giving away another medically-related prize bundle. All you have to do to enter is subscribe to the podcast newsletter found on errxpodcast.com—and don't worry- if you've already done that in the past you will still be entered into the drawing. The deadline to enter is May 15th and the winner will be announced on May 19th- the 75th episode. Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/errxpodcast)

    Episode 72- "Alcohol Withdrawal? Try Phenobarbital!": Part 2: Dosing + Monitoring

    Play Episode Play 24 sec Highlight Listen Later Apr 7, 2022 10:46 Transcription Available


    In Part 2 of this "Mini Grand Rounds" series, we discuss the data behind phenobarb and how to dose and monitor itClick HERE to leave a review of the podcast!Subscribe HERE!References:All references for Episode 72 are found on my Read by QxMD collectionDisclaimer: The information contained within the  ER-Rx podcast episodes, errxpodcast.com, and the @errxpodcast Instagram page is for informational/ educational purposes only, is not meant to replace professional medical judgement, and does not constitute a provider-patient relationship between you and the authors. Information contained herein may be accidentally inaccurate, incomplete, or outdated, and users are to use caution,  seek medical advice from a licensed physician, and consult available resources prior to any medical decision making. The contributors of the ER-Rx podcast are not affiliated with, nor do they speak on behalf of,  any medical institutions, educational facilities, or other healthcare programs.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/errxpodcast)

    Episode 71- "Alcohol Withdrawal? Try Phenobarbital!": Part 1: History + PK/PD

    Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later Mar 24, 2022 8:06 Transcription Available


    In Part 1 of this "Mini Grand Rounds" series, we review the history and the pharmacodynamic/ pharmacokinetic profile of phenobarbital   Click HERE to leave a review of the podcast!Subscribe HERE!References:All references for Episode 71 are found on my Read by QxMD collectionDisclaimer: The information contained within the  ER-Rx podcast episodes, errxpodcast.com, and the @errxpodcast Instagram page is for informational/ educational purposes only, is not meant to replace professional medical judgement, and does not constitute a provider-patient relationship between you and the authors. Information contained herein may be accidentally inaccurate, incomplete, or outdated, and users are to use caution,  seek medical advice from a licensed physician, and consult available resources prior to any medical decision making. The contributors of the ER-Rx podcast are not affiliated with, nor do they speak on behalf of,  any medical institutions, educational facilities, or other healthcare programs.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/errxpodcast)

    Episode 70- "Revisited": Can we give levetiracetam as an IV push?

    Play Episode Play 29 sec Highlight Listen Later Feb 24, 2022 9:33 Transcription Available


    The first ever "Revisited" episode will go all the way back to Episode Two- where we discussed giving Keppra as an IV pushClick HERE to leave a review of the podcast!Subscribe HERE!References:All references for Episode 70 are found on my Read by QxMD collectionDisclaimer: The information contained within the  ER-Rx podcast episodes, errxpodcast.com, and the @errxpodcast Instagram page is for informational/ educational purposes only, is not meant to replace professional medical judgement, and does not constitute a provider-patient relationship between you and the authors. Information contained herein may be accidentally inaccurate, incomplete, or outdated, and users are to use caution,  seek medical advice from a licensed physician, and consult available resources prior to any medical decision making. The contributors of the ER-Rx podcast are not affiliated with, nor do they speak on behalf of,  any medical institutions, educational facilities, or other healthcare programs.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/errxpodcast)

    Episode 69- Do anticoagulated patients with ACS get IV heparin?

    Play Episode Play 32 sec Highlight Listen Later Feb 10, 2022 6:32 Transcription Available


    Let's answer a very important, slightly nuanced question that can lead to a lot of confusion in an already stressful scenarioClick HERE to leave a review of the podcast!Subscribe HERE!References:All references for Episode 69 are found on my Read by QxMD collectionDisclaimer: The information contained within the  ER-Rx podcast episodes, errxpodcast.com, and the @errxpodcast Instagram page is for informational/ educational purposes only, is not meant to replace professional medical judgement, and does not constitute a provider-patient relationship between you and the authors. Information contained herein may be accidentally inaccurate, incomplete, or outdated, and users are to use caution,  seek medical advice from a licensed physician, and consult available resources prior to any medical decision making. The contributors of the ER-Rx podcast are not affiliated with, nor do they speak on behalf of,  any medical institutions, educational facilities, or other healthcare programs.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/errxpodcast)

    Episode 68- "Back to the Future?": Vasopressin + steroids during cardiac arrest

    Play Episode Play 23 sec Highlight Listen Later Jan 27, 2022 9:10 Transcription Available


    This week, we review a meta-analysis that may make you rethink the contents of your code carts...Click HERE to leave a review of the podcast!Subscribe HERE!References:All references for Episode 68 are found on my Read by QxMD collectionDisclaimer: The information contained within the  ER-Rx podcast episodes, errxpodcast.com, and the @errxpodcast Instagram page is for informational/ educational purposes only, is not meant to replace professional medical judgement, and does not constitute a provider-patient relationship between you and the authors. Information contained herein may be accidentally inaccurate, incomplete, or outdated, and users are to use caution,  seek medical advice from a licensed physician, and consult available resources prior to any medical decision making. The contributors of the ER-Rx podcast are not affiliated with, nor do they speak on behalf of,  any medical institutions, educational facilities, or other healthcare programs.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/errxpodcast)

    Episode 67- What options exist for outpatient COVID treatment?

    Play Episode Play 36 sec Highlight Listen Later Jan 13, 2022 10:52 Transcription Available


    What are these new oral antiviral agents for COVID and how well do they work? We answer these questions and a few more this week. Click HERE to leave a review of the podcast!Subscribe HERE!References:All references for Episode 67 are found on my Read by QxMD collectionDisclaimer: The information contained within the  ER-Rx podcast episodes, errxpodcast.com, and the @errxpodcast Instagram page is for informational/ educational purposes only, is not meant to replace professional medical judgement, and does not constitute a provider-patient relationship between you and the authors. Information contained herein may be accidentally inaccurate, incomplete, or outdated, and users are to use caution,  seek medical advice from a licensed physician, and consult available resources prior to any medical decision making. The contributors of the ER-Rx podcast are not affiliated with, nor do they speak on behalf of,  any medical institutions, educational facilities, or other healthcare programs.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/errxpodcast)

    Episode 66- Surviving Sepsis: Updated recommendations and clinical pearls

    Play Episode Play 31 sec Highlight Listen Later Dec 30, 2021 9:45 Transcription Available


    This week, we review some key recommendations and updates from the 2021 surviving sepsis campaign guidelinesClick HERE to leave a review of the podcast!Subscribe HERE!References:All references for Episode 66 are found on my Read by QxMD collectionDisclaimer: The information contained within the  ER-Rx podcast episodes, errxpodcast.com, and the @errxpodcast Instagram page is for informational/ educational purposes only, is not meant to replace professional medical judgement, and does not constitute a provider-patient relationship between you and the authors. Information contained herein may be accidentally inaccurate, incomplete, or outdated, and users are to use caution,  seek medical advice from a licensed physician, and consult available resources prior to any medical decision making. The contributors of the ER-Rx podcast are not affiliated with, nor do they speak on behalf of,  any medical institutions, educational facilities, or other healthcare programs.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/errxpodcast)

    Episode 65- When can we use oral ketamine for procedural sedation?

    Play Episode Play 34 sec Highlight Listen Later Dec 2, 2021 5:19 Transcription Available


    This week, we talk about how to use oral ketamine for (minor) procedural sedation in the agitated/ combative patientClick HERE to leave a review of the podcast!Subscribe HERE!References:All references for Episode 65 are found on my Read by QxMD collectionSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/errxpodcast)

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    Episode 64- What happens when we give Kcentra to patients with liver failure?

    Play Episode Play 31 sec Highlight Listen Later Nov 18, 2021 8:49 Transcription Available


    Do you use Kcentra to reverse the INR in patients with liver failure to reduce bleeding risk? Is this good practice? Click HERE to leave a review of the podcast!Subscribe HERE!References:All references for Episode 63 are found on my Read by QxMD collectionSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/errxpodcast)

    Episode 63- "I don't think it means what you think it means": INR values in liver disease

    Play Episode Play 31 sec Highlight Listen Later Nov 4, 2021 8:11 Transcription Available


    In this Mini Grand Rounds series, we discuss the meaning of an elevated INR in the setting of acute or chronic liver disease  Click HERE to leave a review of the podcast!Subscribe HERE!References:All references for Episode 63 are found on my Read by QxMD collectionSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/errxpodcast)

    Episode 62- Walking Home from the ICU meets ER-Rx: Propofol

    Play Episode Play 38 sec Highlight Listen Later Oct 21, 2021 42:28


    Listen as Kali Dayton and I discuss ICU sedation and the good, bad, and ugly of propofol on the Walking Home from the ICU podcastClick HERE to leave a review of the podcast!Subscribe HERE!References:All references for Episode 62 are found on my Read by QxMD collectionSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/errxpodcast)

    Episode 61- PharmSoHard meets ER-Rx: ICU sedation

    Play Episode Play 27 sec Highlight Listen Later Oct 7, 2021 62:36


    In case you missed our discussion on ICU sedation on the PharmSoHard podcast, we're playing the episode on ER-Rx as well. Yes, it's that important.  Click HERE to leave a review of the podcast!Subscribe HERE!References:All references for Episode 61 are found on my Read by QxMD collectionSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/errxpodcast)

    Episode 60- Should we load vancomycin?

    Play Episode Play 33 sec Highlight Listen Later Sep 23, 2021 6:41 Transcription Available


    Does loading vancomycin lead to achieving target levels within the first 24 hours? Does it increase the risk of nephrotoxicity?  Click HERE to leave a review of the podcast!Subscribe HERE!References:All references for Episode 60 are found on my Read by QxMD collectionSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/errxpodcast)

    Episode 59- "Something old, something new:" Propylhexedrine abuse

    Play Episode Play 31 sec Highlight Listen Later Aug 26, 2021 5:18 Transcription Available


    This week we discuss a warning issued by the FDA regarding the abuse of propylhexedrine, a drug commonly found in OTC nasal decongestants  Click HERE to leave a review of the podcast!Subscribe HERE!References:All references for Episode 59 are found on my Read by QxMD collectionSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/errxpodcast)

    Episode 58- "Diaphoretic, dystonic, and dangerous:" Clozapine withdrawal

    Play Episode Play 25 sec Highlight Listen Later Aug 12, 2021 5:25 Transcription Available


    This episode will hopefully convince you to never suddenly discontinue clozapine (and to do a thorough home medication review) Click HERE to leave a review of the podcast!Subscribe HERE!References:All references for Episode 58 are found on my Read by QxMD collectionSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/errxpodcast)

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    Episode 57- Escaping "SCAPE"

    Play Episode Play 33 sec Highlight Listen Later Jul 29, 2021 7:49 Transcription Available


    This week, we discuss the use of noninvasive ventilation and high dose nitroglycerin to prevent intubation in patients with SCAPE Click HERE to leave a review of the podcast!Subscribe HERE! References:All references for Episode 57 are found on my Read by QxMD collectionSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/errxpodcast)

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    Episode 56- "Glucose and 'gliflozins": Managing euglycemic DKA

    Play Episode Play 29 sec Highlight Listen Later Jul 1, 2021 6:23 Transcription Available


    A high-yield episode with probably some low-key mispronunciations about how to treat euglycemic DKA  caused by SGLT2 inhibitors.  Click HERE to leave a review of the podcast!References:All references for Episode 56 are found on my Read by QxMD collectionSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/errxpodcast)

    Episode 55- How do we treat CAP in the immunocompromised?

    Play Episode Play 33 sec Highlight Listen Later Jun 17, 2021 7:42 Transcription Available


    All immunocompromised patients with CAP get empiric vancomycin plus Zosyn in the ER, right? Right?! Click HERE to leave a review of the podcast!References:All references for Episode 55 are found on my Read by QxMD collectionSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/errxpodcast)

    Episode 54- Is PID in need of a third antibiotic?

    Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later May 20, 2021 7:40 Transcription Available


    In this episode, we review a potentially practice-changing study. Should we treat PID with three antibiotics? Click HERE to leave a review of the podcast!References:All references for Episode 54 are found on my Read by QxMD collection

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    Episode 53- An expert talks: Hydrofluoric acid exposures

    Play Episode Play 37 sec Highlight Listen Later May 6, 2021 24:47


    This week we discuss hydrofluoric acid exposures with Dr. KC Lee, a clinical pharmacist with training in toxicology/ emergency medicineClick HERE to leave a review of the podcast!

    Episode 52- How do we treat Suboxone-induced withdrawal?

    Play Episode Play 34 sec Highlight Listen Later Apr 22, 2021 8:01 Transcription Available


    In this episode, we discuss how to treat opioid withdrawal precipitated by buprenorphine/Suboxone. The answer is more simple than you think!Click HERE to leave a review of the podcast! References:All references for Episode 52 are found on my Read by QxMD collection

    Episode 51- How do we manage pain in patients on Suboxone?

    Play Episode Play 28 sec Highlight Listen Later Apr 8, 2021 8:27 Transcription Available


    In this episode, we discuss how to manage acute and post-op pain in patients on opioid maintenance therapy with Suboxone.Click HERE to leave a review of the podcast!References:All references for Episode 51 are found on my Read by QxMD collection

    Episode 50- Public service announcement: Don't forget to redose your antibiotics!

    Play Episode Play 20 sec Highlight Listen Later Mar 25, 2021 6:47 Transcription Available


    In this episode, we discuss a recent article that describes delays in antibiotic redosing in the ER and how that affects mortality rates.Click HERE to leave a review of the podcast! References:All references for Episode 50 are found on my Read by QxMD collection

    Episode 49- Annie are you A-OK?

    Play Episode Play 23 sec Highlight Listen Later Mar 18, 2021 5:16 Transcription Available


    This week, we talk about amniotic fluid embolism (AFE) and the "A-OK" medication combination. Please click HERE to leave a review of the podcast!References:All references for Episode 49 are found on my Read by QxMD collection

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    Episode 48- "Status Underdosingus": Part 3: Refractory status epilepticus

    Play Episode Play 32 sec Highlight Listen Later Mar 11, 2021 6:16 Transcription Available


    In the final episode of this "Mini Grand Rounds" series, we discuss the management of refractory status epilepticus.Please click HERE to leave a review of the podcast!References:All references for Episode 48 are found on my Read by QxMD collection

    Episode 47- "Status Underdosingus": Part 2: Urgent therapy

    Play Episode Play 28 sec Highlight Listen Later Mar 4, 2021 6:45 Transcription Available


    In Part 2 of this "Mini Grand Rounds" series, we discuss urgent therapy of patients in status epilepticus.Please click HERE to leave a review of the podcast!References:All references for Episode 47 are found on my Read by QxMD collection

    Episode 46- "Status Underdosingus": Part 1: Emergent therapy

    Play Episode Play 33 sec Highlight Listen Later Feb 25, 2021 7:00 Transcription Available


    In Part 1 of this "Mini Grand Rounds" series, we discuss emergent therapy of patients in status epilepticus using benzodiazepines. Please click HERE to leave a review of the podcast!References:All references for Episode 46 are found on my Read by QxMD collection

    Episode 45- How do we treat agitation in the ER setting?

    Play Episode Play 27 sec Highlight Listen Later Feb 18, 2021 7:21 Transcription Available


    This week, we discuss which agents to use to control agitation in a few different clinical scenarios encountered in the ER.Please click HERE to leave a review of the podcast!References:All references for Episode 45 are found on my Read by QxMD collection

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    Episode 44- "Moonshot": Vitamin C, thiamine, and hydrocortisone in septic shock

    Play Episode Play 26 sec Highlight Listen Later Feb 11, 2021 6:10 Transcription Available


    Is a concoction of Vitamin C, thiamine, and hydrocortisone the cure for patients with sepsis or septic shock?Please click HERE to leave a review of the podcast!References:All references for Episode 44 are found on my Read by QxMD collection

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