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How AI Brings Pharmacogenetics to the Frontline of Precision Medicine

Pharmacy Times

By incorporating a patient's genetic profile into therapeutic decision-making, pharmacists can identify optimal drug choices and dosages while minimizing the risk of adverse events (AEs). Developed in partnership with InterSystems, the platform uses proprietary algorithms to personalize drug selection and dosage.

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Episode 777: Can famotidine cause ICU delirium?

Pharmacy Joe

The serum levels of famotidine are known to be elevated in the setting of renal failure and a dosage reduction is aimed at reducing potential side effects including confusion and delirium. diff infection or pneumonia. Typically, the dose of famotidine is reduced by 50% in patients with a creatinine clearance less than 50 mL/min.

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Episode 777: Can famotidine cause ICU delirium?

Pharmacy Joe

The serum levels of famotidine are known to be elevated in the setting of renal failure and a dosage reduction is aimed at reducing potential side effects including confusion and delirium. diff infection or pneumonia. Typically, the dose of famotidine is reduced by 50% in patients with a creatinine clearance less than 50 mL/min.