Search results for "Side effects"
Tirzepatide for weight management, at-home STI tests
This column reviews recent recalls, alerts, and approvals.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2024/01/tirzepatide-for-weight-management-at-home-sti-tests.htm
1 Jan 2024
Low-dose naltrexone not superior to placebo for fibromyalgia pain relief
While the drug showed a significant difference in improving memory problems in women with fibromyalgia, researchers warned that this might be a false positive and more research is needed.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2023/12/12/2.htm
12 Dec 2023
Review offers guidance on selecting medications for COPD
Researchers suggest ways for clinicians to assess cognitive function, manual dexterity/strength, and peak inspiratory flow before choosing an inhaled medication delivery system for patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2023/11/21/4.htm
21 Nov 2023
MKSAP Quiz: 1-year history of insomnia
An 87-year-old woman is evaluated for a 1-year history of bothersome insomnia. She reports taking up to 2 hours to fall asleep. She also feels that her sleep is less refreshing. What is the most appropriate treatment?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2023/11/21/3.htm
21 Nov 2023
PrEPare for HIV care
Internal medicine physicians are already trained to care for complex medical conditions, and HIV is no different, especially as adults age and develop diabetes, heart disease, and other conditions.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2023/11/prepare-for-hiv-care.htm
1 Nov 2023
New findings on antiviral flu treatment
A recent study raises doubts about whether oseltamivir should be promoted as a way to prevent hospitalization in low-risk patients.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2023/11/new-findings-on-antiviral-flu-treatment.htm
1 Nov 2023
Updated advice on anxiety screening
The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force recently concluded that for adults up to age 65 years, including those who are pregnant or postpartum, screening for anxiety is beneficial and should be conducted routinely in primary care.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2023/10/updated-advice-on-anxiety-screening.htm
1 Oct 2023
RSV vaccines new tool for physicians
The CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices recommended in June that adults ages 60 years and older may receive a single dose of an RSV vaccine, using shared clinical decision making.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2023/10/rsv-vaccines-new-tool-for-physicians.htm
1 Oct 2023
Oral drug for postpartum depression approved
This column reviews recent recalls, alerts, and approvals.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2023/10/oral-drug-for-postpartum-depression-approved.htm
1 Oct 2023
Mitigate potential workplace violence
Physicians should consider violence prevention measures that they can adopt, such as regular training in de-escalation techniques, more routine documentation of worrisome encounters, and seeking guidance from law enforcement or a threat assessment consultant.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2023/09/mitigate-potential-workplace-violence.htm
1 Sep 2023