SPOTLIGHT -
Associate Professor, Pharmacy Practice
Director, International Drug Information Center
LIU Pharmacy
Long Island University, Brooklyn, NY
Probiotics for the Prevention of Pediatric Antibiotic-Associated Diarrhea
Evidence of the relationship between probiotics and antibiotics is lacking.
Review: Vaccine Guidelines for Older Adults
Vaccines are important for everyone, but they’re critical for adults older than 65 years.
A Review of FDA-Approved Medications for Chronic Weight Management
Five medications are currently approved by the FDA for chronic weight management.
Thermometers: A Review
Pharmacists must be familiar with the different thermometers so they can ensure proper use by the consumer.
COVID-19 Vaccines: A Focus on Safety
Ease patients’ concerns by being well versed in the safety profiles of each vaccine.
Vitamin D and COVID-19: An Evidence-Based Review
In this article, we will review the evidence describing a possible link between vitamin D and COVID-19.
Reevaluating the Use of Silver Sulfadiazine Cream in the Management of Burns
One antimicrobial agent commonly used in the management of burns is silver sulfadiazine.
Cannabidiol (CBD) 101: Overview and Potential Interactions
As the use of CBD-containing products continues to rise, pharmacists need to be familiar with the clinical implications of CBD use, especially in patients who use other pharmacologically active substances.