PharmaBuddy

PharmaBuddy's Podcast

Health EN ↓ 80 episodes

Pharmabuddy.ie is an online resource for Irish pharmacists with over 4,500 pharmacist members. It was founded by Dr. Paul Ryan, GP & pharmacist, in 2016. Pharmabuddy.ie provides a pharmacist only discussion forum, a communications section, a classifieds section, an educational section & more.

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Episodes

VTE Risk with Combined Hormonal Contraception 26.03.2025 5:54

Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the VTE risk with combined hormonal contraception.

COPD, NICE Guidelines & COPD Exacerbations 12.03.2025 9:25

Dr Paul Ryan will discuss NICE guidelines 2019 and combine these with the GOLD guidelines to make them practical for use in primary care. He will also discuss COPD exacerbations.

COPD, CV Risk with LAMA, ACOS & Triple Therapy 26.02.2025 9:15

Dr Paul Ryan will discuss CV risk with LAMA, ACOS & evidence for triple therapy.

COPD, Memory Aid for COPD Inhalers 12.02.2025 9:48

Dr Paul Ryan will discuss a memory aid used to help remember the different inhalers used in COPD treatment.

COPD, Inhaler Preference 29.01.2025 4:01

Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the patients ability and preference regarding inhalers.

COPD, Management of Stable COPD 15.01.2025 7:21

Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the management of stable COPD, the pyramid of value on the treatment of COPD and the 2019 ABCD GOLD treatment algorithm for COPD.

COPD, Definition, ABCD GOLD Classification & CAT Score 01.01.2025 6:35

Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the definition of COPD, the ABCD Gold classifcation and the asssessment for COPD.

Acne, Treatment During Pregnancy 18.12.2024 3:39

Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the treatment of acne during pregnancy, azelaic acid use in patients who are pregnant, and general skin care for all patients with acne.

Acne, Oral Therapy 04.12.2024 9:32

Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the use of oral therapies in treating acne including, oral antibiotics, hormonal treatment & isotretinoin.

Acne, Topical Treatments 20.11.2024 13:06

Dr Paul Ryan will discuss topical treatments for acne including, benzoyl peroxide, retinoids, topical antibiotics & azelaic acid.

Acne, Different Types & Exacerbating Factors 06.11.2024 7:04

Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the different types of acne & the exacerbating factors for acne.

Acne, Prevalence, Pilosebaceous Unit and Pathogenic Processes 23.10.2024 8:46

Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the prevalence of acne, the pilosebaceous unit & the four Key pathological processes involved in acne.

Rosacea, Treatment of Flushing, Erythema & Telangiectasia 09.10.2024 7:00

Dr Paul Ryan will discuss Rosacea and the treatment of flushing, erythema & telangiectasia.

Rosacea, Cochrane Review & Treatment of Papules, Pustules & Nodules 25.09.2024 9:20

Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the Cochrane Review 2015, NICE CKS 2021, and the treatment of papules, pustules & nodules.

Chronic Kidney Disease, Referring to Nephrology 19.09.2024 7:33

Dr Paul Ryan will discuss when patients with chronic kidney disease should be referred to nephrology. He will also do a recap on his previous podcasts on CKD.

Rosacea, Classification & General Management 11.09.2024 7:51

Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the classification & the general management of Rosacea.

Chronic Kidney Disease, Four Risks with Stage 3 CKD 05.09.2024 11:32

Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the four main risks associated with stage 3 CKD (eGFR 45-60 ml/min). These risks include cardiovascular disease, acute kidney injury, medication toxicity & progression.

Rosacea, Diagnosis & Differential Diagnosis 28.08.2024 5:32

Dr Paul Ryan will discuss how Rosacea is diagnosed and the differential diagnosis of Rosacea.

Rosacea, Ocular Involvement of Rosacea & Management of Ocular Symptoms 14.08.2024 5:52

Dr Paul Ryan will discuss ocular involvement of Rosacea, the management of ocular symptoms, Meibomian gland dysfunction & blepharitis.

Chronic Kidney Disease, Definition & is Low eGFR a Disease 08.08.2024 6:11

Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the definition of Chronic Kidney Disease and whether a low eGFR is a disease of itself or a risk factor for end-stage renal disease. He will also discuss what to do with an incidental finding of an eGFR of < 60 ml/min or an A:C ratio > 3.

Rosacea, Clinical Exam, Centro Facial Erythema, Papules & Pustules and Rhinophyma 31.07.2024 4:57

Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the clinical examination of patients with Rosacea, centro facial erythema, papules & pustules and the management of Rhinophyma.

Migraine in Adolescents, Migraine in Pregnancy and Migraine With Aura as a Risk Factor for Stroke 25.07.2024 4:30

Dr Paul Ryan will discuss migraine in adolescents, migraine in pregnancy & migraine with aura as a risk factor for stroke.

Rosacea, Symptoms, History & Aggravating Factors 17.07.2024 7:43

Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the symptoms & history of Rosacea. He will also discuss the aggravating factors for Rosacea, as well as the medications that can cause flushing.

Migraine, Prevention & Medication Overuse Headache 11.07.2024 12:01

In this podcast on migraine Dr Paul Ryan will discuss medication overuse headache & migraine prophylaxis treatments.

Rosacea, Exacerbating Factors & Age of Onset 03.07.2024 6:41

Dr Paul Ryan will discuss UV light as an exacerbating factor for Rosacea, Demodex or hair follicle mite & the age of onset of Rosacea