HelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast

In this episode, we discuss two controversial topics in the world of immunizations with Dr. Angelo -- the "high-dose" influenza vaccine and the expanded use of PCV13 (Prevnar-13).

Direct download: 019_-_Immunizations.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 6:00am EDT

In this episode, we review HIV therapy with Dr. Cottreau with a particular focus on Truvada, Atripla, Complera, Stribild, and Triumeq.

Direct download: 018_-_HIV.mp3
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In this episode, we discuss the management of overactive bladder, including: oxybutynin (Ditropan, Oxytrol), tolterodine (Detrol), trospium (Sanctura), solifenacin (VESIcare), darifenacin (Enablex), fesoterodine (Toviaz), mirabegron (Myrbetriq), and onabotulinumtoxinA (Botox).

Direct download: 017_-_Overactive_bladder.mp3
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In this episode, we discuss newly approved agents for diabetes mellitus: Afrezza (inhaled human insulin), SGLT2 inhibitors (Invokana, Farxiga, Jardiance), and long-acting GLP-1 agonists (Bydureon, Tanzeum).

Direct download: 016_-_New_DM_Agents.mp3
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In this episode, we review a wide variety of cancer screening guidelines with a particular focus on the two most controversial screening areas: breast cancer screening with mammography and prostate cancer screening with PSA levels.

Direct download: 015_-_Cancer_Screening.mp3
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In this episode, we have a roundtable discussion regarding ASHP Midyear and the process of pursuing a pharmacy residency program.

Direct download: 014_-_Midyear_Table_Talk.mp3
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In this episode, we discuss the new 2013 ACC/AHA obesity guidelines with a particular focus on three medications for obesity: lorcaserin (Belviq), phentermine/topiramate (Qsymia), and orlistat (Xenical, Alli).

Direct download: 013_-_Obesity_Guidelines_and_Pharmacotherapy.mp3
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In this episode, we review the National Osteoporosis Foundation's osteoporosis guidelines with a particular focus on two newer agents, denosumab (Prolia) and teriparatide (Forteo).

Direct download: 12_-_Osteoporosis.mp3
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In this episode, we discuss Bordetella pertussis (whooping cough) with Dr. Michael Fennewald.

Direct download: 011_-_Bordetella_pertussis.mp3
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In this episode, we discuss our clinical "pet peeves" covering allergy histories, creatinine clearance, surrogate endpoints, "me too" enantiomer drugs, and dose-dependent pharmacology of psychiatric medications.

Direct download: 010_-_Pet_Peeves.mp3
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In this episode, we discuss the pharmacology of the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system and review the evidence for combining ACE-Is, ARBs, and/or DRIs.

Direct download: 009_-_ACE_ARB_DRI.mp3
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In this episode, we discuss the 2005 ATS/IDSA Healthcare-Associated, Hospital-Acquired, and Ventilator-Associated Pneumonia Guidelines (HCAP, HAP, VAP).

Direct download: 008_-_HCAP_VAP_HAP.mp3
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In this episode, we discuss the 2007 ATS/IDSA Community-Acquired Pneumonia (CAP) guidelines.

Direct download: 007_-_CAP.mp3
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In this episode, we discuss updates to the GOLD guidelines for COPD and review the newer agents for COPD including roflumilast (Daliresp), indacaterol (Arcapta Neohaler), aclidinium (Tudorza Pressair), umeclidinium/vilanterol (Anoro Ellipta), and fluticasone/vilanterol (Breo Ellipta).

Direct download: 006_-_COPD.mp3
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In this episode, we discuss smoking cessation, including nicotine replacement therapy, bupropion (Zyban), and varenicline (Chantix).

Direct download: 005_-_Smoking_cessation.mp3
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In this episode, we discuss the P2Y12 inhibitors (clopidogrel, prasugrel, ticagrelor) and the role of dual antiplatelet therapy (DAPT) and triple oral antithrombotic therapy (TOAT).

Direct download: 004_-_P2Y12.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 12:23pm EDT

In this episode, we discuss the new drug class of Novel Oral Anticoagulants (NOACs), which include dabigatran (Pradaxa), rivaroxaban (Xarelto), and apixaban (Eliquis).

Direct download: 003_-_NOACs.mp3
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In this episode, we discuss the new JNC 8 guidelines and how these guidelines differ from other hypertension guidelines released in 2013-2014.

Direct download: HelixTalk_-_Episode_2_JNC_8.mp3
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In this episode, we discuss the new, rebranded podcat (HelixTalk) and review the new ACC/AHA 2013 lipid guidelines.

Direct download: HelixTalk_-_Episode_1_lipid_guidelines.mp3
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In this session of the RFUMS Top 200 Drugs Podcast, we discuss women’s health: conjugated estrogens, ethinyl estradiol, norethindrone, norgestrel, etonogestrel, medroxyprogesterone, raloxifene, tamoxifen, miconazole, Midol, phenazopyridine.

Direct download: Spring_Week10_RFUMSTop200.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:31pm EDT

In this session of the RFUMS Top 200 Drugs Podcast, we discuss GI medications: methotrexate, allopurinol, mesalamine, esomeprazole, pantoprazole, rabeprazole, sucralfate, dicyclomine, simethicone, pyrantel, and lactase enzyme.

Direct download: Spring_Week9_RFUMSTop200.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:29pm EDT

In this session of the RFUMS Top 200 Drugs Podcast, we discuss antiemetics, antitussives, and antihistamines: hydroxyzine, meclizine, metoclopramide, prochlorperazine, ondansetron, chlorpheniramine/hydrocodone, promethazine/codeine, desloratadine, dimehydrinate, benzoyl peroxide, and salicylic acid.

Direct download: Spring_Week8_RFUMSTop200.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:28pm EDT

In this session of the RFUMS Top 200 Drugs Podcast, we discuss men’s health: terazosin, doxazosin, tamsulosin, finasteride, sildenafil, vardenafil, tadalafil, oxybutynin, tolterodine, minoxidil, and nonoxynol-9.

Direct download: Spring_Week7_RFUMSTop200.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:27pm EDT

In this session of the RFUMS Top 200 Drugs Podcast, we discuss muscle relaxants, stimulants, and anticonvulsants: baclofen, carisoprodol, metaxalone, cyclobenzaprine, methylphenidate, Adderall, lisdexamfetamine, phenytoin, divalproex, DEET, tolnaftate, and eucerin.

Direct download: Spring_Week5_RFUMSTop200.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:26pm EDT

In this session of the RFUMS Top 200 Drugs Podcast, we discuss antidepressants and antipsychotics: bupropion, venlafaxine, aripiprazole, quetiapine, risperidone, olanzapine, carbidopa/levodopa, pramoxine, Neosporin, and povidone/iodine.

Direct download: Spring_Week4_RFUMSTop200.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:26pm EDT

In this session of the RFUMS Top 200 Drugs Podcast, we discuss antidepressants: citalopram, escitalopram, sertraline, fluoxetine, paroxetine, duloxetine, amitriptyline, trazodone, fexofenadine, oxymetazoline, and pheniramine.

Direct download: Spring_Week3_RFUMSTop200.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:25pm EDT

In this session of the RFUMS Top 200 Drugs Podcast, we discuss sleep agents and neuropathic pain: alprazolam, clonazepam, diazepam, lorazepam, zolpidem, zaleplon, gabapentin, pregabalin, and lidocaine.

Direct download: Spring_Week2_RFUMSTop200.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:24pm EDT

In this session of the RFUMS Top 200 Drugs Podcast, we discuss agents for osteoporosis: calcitonin, alendronate, risedronate, ibandronate, potassium chloride, and calcium citrate.

Direct download: RFUMS_Top_200_Drugs_Week_11_Podcast.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:23pm EDT

In this session of the RFUMS Top 200 Drugs Podcast, we discuss agents for COPD and asthma: albuterol, levalbuterol,  ipratropium, tiotropium, albuterol/ipratropium, fluticasone, mometasone, fluticasone/salmeterol, and formoterol/budesonide.

Direct download: RFUMS_Top_200_Drugs_Week_10_Podcast.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:22pm EDT

In this session of the RFUMS Top 200 Drugs Podcast, we discuss opioid analgesics: morphine sulfate, codeine/APAP, oxycodone, oxycodone/APAP, hydrocodone/APAP, hydrocodone/ibuprofen, fentanyl, and bisacodyl.

Direct download: RFUMS_Top_200_Drugs_Week_9_Podcast.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:21pm EDT

In this session of the RFUMS Top 200 Drugs Podcast, we discuss pain relivers: meloxicam, celecobix, ketorolac, tramadol, tramadol/APAP, capsaicin, and methyl salicylate.

Direct download: RFUMS_Top_200_Drugs_Week_8_Podcast.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:21pm EDT

In this session of the RFUMS Top 200 Drugs Podcast, we discuss antifungals and antivirals: fluconazole, itraconazole, ketoconazole, oseltamivir, acyclovir, valacyclovir, docosanol, terbinafine, and clotrimazole or miconazole.

Direct download: RFUMS_Top_200_Drugs_Week_7_Podcast.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:20pm EDT

In this session of the RFUMS Top 200 Drugs Podcast, we discuss antibiotics: metronidazole, clindamycin, doxycycline, nitrofurantoin, sulfamethoxazole/trimethoprim, mupirocin, zinc oxide, and polyethylene glycol 400.

Direct download: RFUMS_Top_200_Drugs_Week_6_Podcast.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:13pm EDT

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