In this episode, we break down itraconazole—a potent antifungal with a lot of baggage. If you’re a pharmacist, clinician, or student who needs to understand how this drug works and why it can be tricky to use, this episode is for you.
We start with the basics. Itraconazole blocks 14α-demethylase, an enzyme fungi need to make their cell membranes. That dis ... Show More
Sep 25
Piperacillin/Tazobactam Pharmacology
Zosyn (piperacillin/tazobactam) is a broad-spectrum β-lactam/β-lactamase inhibitor combination used widely in hospitals. Piperacillin covers gram-positive, gram-negative, and anaerobic bacteria, while tazobactam helps protect against β-lactamase breakdown. It is commonly used for ... Show More
13m 18s
Mar 2025
This Pill Causes Dementia
Drug interactions can cause more complex side effects than the side effects of a single drug, and can even contribute to dementia. Join me as I interview Hal Cranmer, owner of several assisted living homes, and Dr. Roshani Sanghani, board-certified endocrinologist, to discuss the ... Show More
13m 33s
Feb 2025
410. Case Report: A Curious Case of Refractory Ventricular Tachycardia – Rutgers-Robert Wood Johnson
CardioNerds (Dr. Colin Blumenthal and Dr. Saahil Jumkhawala) join Dr. Rohan Ganti, Dr. Nikita Mishra, and Dr. Jorge Naranjo from the Rutgers – Robert Wood Johnson program for a college basketball game, as the buzz around campus is high. They discuss the following case involving a ... Show More
40m 13s
Apr 2025
Lipoprotein(a) and Cardiovascular Disease | Geriatric Pharmacy Focus
In this episode of Geriatric Pharmacy Focus, we welcome back Dr. Thomas Dayspring for an in-depth discussion on lipoprotein(a). We explore what it is, how to test for it, available treatment options, and the pharmacist's role in raising awareness for this genetic cardiovascular r ... Show More
49m 19s
Sep 12
Sep 12 2025 This Week in Cardiology
More from ESC including: Valvular HD guidelines, a new drug class for HTN, myosin inhibition in HCM, vericiguat, and digoxin are the topic discussed by John Mandrola, MD. This podcast is intended for healthcare professionals only. To read a partial transcript or to comment, visit ... Show More
31m 5s
Sep 22
The Insulin & Heart Doctor: The Fastest Way To Burn Dangerous Visceral Fat. This is How Insulin Is Quietly Clotting Your Blood! - Dr Pradip Jamnadas
What if EVERYTHING your doctor told you about heart disease is completely WRONG? World-renowned cardiologist Dr. Pradip Jamnadas drops BOMBSHELLS that will make you question decades of medical advice. With over 35 years of experience and 250,000+ patients saved, he's ready to exp ... Show More
1h 55m
Aug 25
How To End Chronic Arthritis Pain Without Dangerous Drugs | Dr. Kevin Tracey
My life-changing annual event, The Summit of Greatness, is happening September 12 & 13, 2025. Get your ticket today!Check out the full episode: greatness.lnk.to/1812"When it goes off, they smile because they realize immediately their hands don't hurt anymore." - Dr. Kevin TraceyI ... Show More
7m 46s
Feb 2025
302. Troches and More! A Pharmacist Explains It All
In this episode of the You Are Not Broken podcast, Dr. Kelly Casperson interviews pharmacist Tara Thompson, discussing the intersection of women's sexual health and pharmacology. They explore the role of compounding in hormone therapy, the education gaps in pharmacy regarding hor ... Show More
48m 30s
Jul 23
192 - Opioids Optional: Journavx, the New Acute Pain Management Alternative
In this episode, we discuss the evidence, safety, and place in therapy of Journavx® (suzetrigine), a newly approved analgesic with a unique non-opioid mechanism of action and additional considerations for its use. Key Concepts Suzetrigine is a first in its class NaV1.8 sodium cha ... Show More
33m 57s