Article
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.
Article
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.
Article
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?
Article
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.
Article
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?
- Author:
- Monica Schaffer, MD
- Gregory Castelli, PharmD, BCPS, BC-ADM
The answer seems to be the outpatient setting. Here’s why.
Article
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.
Article
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.
Article
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...