Be Prepared to Dispense Meds for Ulcerative Colitis Flares

June 2019

You'll see ulcerative colitis patients admitted to your hospital when they need IV meds for acute, severe flares.

Ulcerative colitis usually involves inflammation in the rectum and parts of the colon.

Patients with acute, severe flares may have bloody diarrhea plus anemia, fast heart rate, fever, and other symptoms.

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Table of Contents

Medication Errors Prevent Errors With Tranexamic Acid
Practice Look for Opportunities to Develop Your Leadership Skills
Sepsis Avoid Common Mishaps With Vasopressors
Cannabinoids Cannabidiol (CBD) Is Making Its Way Into Community Pharmacies
Pregnancy Ensure Pregnant Women With Very High Blood Pressure Get Meds ASAP
Gastroenterology Don't Think of Meds as a Significant Source of Gluten
Ulcerative Colitis Be Prepared to Dispense Meds for Ulcerative Colitis Flares
Dosage Forms Watch for Mix-Ups With Meds That Come as Both Solids and Liquids
Menopause Keep an Eye Out for the New Med Bijuva on Home Med Lists