This presentation reviews critical elements of diagnosis, important considerations in pharmacotherapy, and utilizes a case study approach to analyze the best treatment regimens. | 1.50 credits (1.50 pharmacology) | $45

The focus of this program is the analysis and application of appropriate pharmacotherapy for the treatment of bipolar depression, bipolar mania, cyclothymia, and prevention of relapse. Drug selection, indications, and important safety issues are analyzed in a case study presentation. | 1.50 credits (1.50 pharmacology) | $45.00

This presentation reviews the physiology of the CYP450 metabolic cascade and its function in preparing drugs for excretion. Based upon a foundation of physiology, the day-to-day implications of safe prescribing are presented with case study illustrations and analysis. | 1.50 credits (1.50 pharmacology) | $45

The overwhelming majority of psychotropic medications are prescribed in the primary care setting. The presentation reviews a series of case studies from the primary care setting with subtle indicators of the correct diagnosis which will best direct pharmacotherapy. | 1.50 credits (1.50 pharmacology) | $45

This program analyzes current drug classes used for the treatment of blood cholesterol as necessary to optimize atherosclerotic cardiovascular risk. Current American College of Cardiology/American Heart Association recommendations are evaluated in the context of implementing appropriate drug treatment strategies. Case study application is utilized to compare and contrast available drug classes and prioritize their use from a risk/benefit perspective. Case study application is used to illustrate best practices. | 1.5 credits (1.5 pharmacology) | $45

This presentation emphasizes pharmacologic management of mood disorders across the mood spectrum. Using case studies from both primary care and the mental health care settings, managing the plan of care is analyzed using mood stabilizer, antipsychotic, and antidepressant therapies to achieve best patient outcomes. Differentiating among medications in the same class as well as utilization of best combination therapies is discussed. | 1.5 credits (1.5 pharmacology) | $45

The prescriber has numerous options for pharmacologic treatment of insomnia, including a variety of both controlled and non-controlled substances. This program reviews the physiology of sleep disorders as a basis for understanding why the different drug classes produces such different results from one patient to the next. Although non-pharmacologic strategies are an important part of managing sleep disorders, best use of pharmacologic options are an important tool in maximizing restorative sleep. | 1.5 credits (1.5 pharmacology) | $45

The overwhelming majority of psychotropic medications are prescribed in the primary care setting. The presentation reviews a series of case studies from the primary care setting with subtle indicators of the correct diagnosis which will best direct pharmacotherapy. | 1.5 credits (1.5 pharmacology) | $45