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    Gregory Castelli, PharmD, BCPS, BC-ADM

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    Migraine relief in 20 minutes using eyedrops?

    Author:
    Yufei Ge, MD
    Gregory Castelli, PharmD, BCPS, BC-ADM

    One randomized crossover trial demonstrated the effectiveness of this simple, affordable treatment for patients with acute migraine pain.

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    Getting a jump on recovery from sports-related concussion

    Author:
    Leah Stem, MD
    Gregory Castelli, PharmD, BCPS, BC-ADM

    Early subthreshold aerobic exercise safely improved recovery time over a stretching regimen among adolescents in this clinical trial.

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    An alternative regimen to reduce risk of asthma exacerbations

    Author:
    Gretchen Shelesky, MD, MS
    Gregory Castelli, PharmD, BCPS, BC-ADM

    This study supports the use of an ICS/LABA as needed for adults with intermittent, mild persistent, and moderate persistent asthma.

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    A better approach to preventing active TB?

    Author:
    Sandra Sauereisen, MD, MPH
    Gregory Castelli, PharmD, BCPS, BC-ADM

    Nine months of isoniazid prevents active TB in those with latent disease. But is there a shorter, less toxic option?

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    Antidepressant Tx for Anxiety Disorders: How Long?

    Author:
    Patricia McGuire, MD
    Gregory Castelli, PharmD, BCPS, BC-ADM

    This systematic review/meta-analysis provides long-awaited evidence about the length of time to treat to minimize relapse risk.

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    Antidepressant Tx for anxiety disorders: How long?

    Author:
    Patricia McGuire, MD
    Gregory Castelli, PharmD, BCPS, BC-ADM

    This systematic review/meta-analysis provides some long-awaited evidence regarding the length of time to treat to minimize the risk of relapse.

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    What’s the Best Treatment Setting for Stable Pulmonary Embolism?

    Author:
    Monica Schaffer, MD
    Gregory Castelli, PharmD, BCPS, BC-ADM

    The answer seems to be the outpatient setting. Here’s why.

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    What’s the best treatment setting for stable PE patients?

    What’s the best treatment setting for stable PE patients?

    Author:
    Monica Schaffer, MD
    Gregory Castelli, PharmD, BCPS, BC-ADM

    The answer seems to be the outpatient setting. Here’s why.

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    Time to switch to nonsterile gloves for these procedures?

    The (Sterile) Gloves Are Coming Off

    Author:
    Gregory Castelli, PharmD, BCPS, BC-ADM
    Mary Pat Friedlander, MD

    Cutting costs? Opting for nonsterile procedural gloves more often can provide monetary benefits without sacrificing patient safety.

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    Time to switch to nonsterile gloves for these procedures?

    Time to switch to nonsterile gloves for these procedures?

    Author:
    Gregory Castelli, PharmD, BCPS, BC-ADM
    Mary Pat Friedlander, MD

    Are sterile gloves worth the extra cost for common cutaneous surgeries? This systematic review and meta-analysis provides answers.

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    Does Fish Oil During Pregnancy Help Prevent Asthma in Kids?

    Author:
    Dana Neutze, MD, PhD
    Kelly Lacy Evans, MD
    Marianne Koenig, PharmD, BCPS
    Gregory Castelli, PharmD, BCPS, BC-ADM
    Anne Mounsey, MD

    The data have been mixed, but a new meta-analysis provides clarity: Omega-3 supplementation in pregnancy can help prevent asthma in offspring—just...

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    Does fish oil during pregnancy help prevent asthma in kids?

    Author:
    Dana Neutze, MD, PhD
    Kelly Lacy Evans, MD
    Marianne Koenig, PharmD, BCPS
    Gregory Castelli, PharmD, BCPS, BC-ADM
    Anne Mounsey, MD

    The evidence on fish oil has been mixed, but this study affirms its benefits—in certain women.

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    Does Azithromycin Have a Role in Cesarean Sections?

    Author:
    Gregory Castelli, PharmD, BCPS, BC-ADM
    Allison Flaherty, DO
    Jennie B. Jarrett, PharmD, BCPS, MMedEd

    Adding azithromycin to the usual antibiotic protocol in nonelective c-sections reduces infections, research shows. But not everyone can take...

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    Does azithromycin have a role in cesarean sections?

    Author:
    Gregory Castelli, PharmD, BCPS, BC-ADM
    Allison Flaherty, DO
    Jennie B. Jarrett, PharmD, BCPS, MMedEd

    Yes, adding azithromycin to the usual antibiotic protocol in nonelective c-sections reduces infections. But not everyone can take advantage of it...

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