In this article an infectious diseases pharmacist compares Paxlovid versus molnupiravir - the first oral COVID-19 antivirals with FDA Emergency Use Authorization. Authored By: Timothy P. Gauthier, Pharm.D., BCPS, BCIDP Article Posted 24 December 2021 The FDA has released emergency use authorizations for Pfizer's COVID-19 pill Paxlovid (generic … [Read more...]
Year In Review: Top Non-COVID Infectious Diseases Articles Of 2021
This article provides a year in review by featuring top non-COVID infectious diseases articles of 2021. Article Selection by: Bassam Ghanem, Pharm.D., MS, BCPS Post Construction by: Timothy P. Gauthier, Pharm.D., BCPS, BCIDP Article Last Updated: 28 December 2021 For the field of infectious diseases 2021 has been a year for the record books. The … [Read more...]
The Intersection of Race & Antimicrobial Stewardship
In this article two infectious diseases pharmacists discuss the intersection of race and antimicrobial stewardship. Authored by: Jacinda C. Abdul-Mutakabbir PharmD, MPH, AAHIVP and Brenda Simiyu PharmD, BCPS, BCIDP Article Posted: 4 December 2021 The Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has showcased many health inequities that exist amongst racially and … [Read more...]
Antimicrobial Stewardship In Nigeria: A Pharmacist’s Perspective
In this article a community pharmacist passionate about safe and rational use of antimicrobial agents discusses antimicrobial stewardship in Nigeria. Interview with: Precious Gospel, B.Pharm, MPSN, MIAPHL Community Pharmacist at Healthwel-bridge Pharmacy Interview by: Timothy P. Gauthier, Pharm.D., BCPS, BCIDP Editor-In-Chief, … [Read more...]
Curve Your Enthusiasm: AUC-Guided Vancomycin Dosing and Monitoring
In this article perspectives on AUC-guided vancomycin dosing and monitoring are provided. Article Author: Sara Lee, Pharm.D. Article Mentor: Monica Mehta, Pharm.D., MPH, BCPS Article Posted 27 November 2021 Vancomycin is a glycopeptide antibiotic that has been used in clinical practice for over 50 years. Its early use was associated with … [Read more...]
