Hossam Al

RxPlained: Decoding Drug Therapy

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RxPlained breaks down pharmacy guidelines, drugs, and clinical decisions into clear, practical conversations you’ll actually remember. From high-yield drug classes to real-world pharmacy pearls, this podcast helps pharmacy students and pharmacists stay sharp, confident, and up to date — without information overload.

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Hossam Al

Episodes

Warfarin Mastery: Dosing Adjustments, Reversal Protocols, and Perioperative Bridging 15.12.2025 12:05

Episode 3 is the essential practical guide to managing patients on Warfarin (Coumadin) . We demystify the complex protocols with a focus on clinical decision-making. Inside This Episode: INR Management Made Easy: We provide a detailed table of actions for various International Normalized Ratio (INR) ranges , offering precise instructions on when to adjust, hold, or resume dosing, and the timing fo...

VTE Treatment Deep Dive: From Stockings to DOACs – A Management Roadmap 15.12.2025 14:38

This essential second episode of RxPlained moves from VTE risk identification to complete management strategies. We break down the comprehensive approach to Venous Thromboembolism (VTE), covering: Non-Drug Measures: What role do compression stockings and walking play? We discuss their primary use for symptoms and whether they truly prevent Post-Thrombotic Syndrome (PTS). Anticoagulation Mastery: A...

VTE Decoded: Recognizing DVT, PE, and the Critical HIT Warning Signs 15.12.2025 11:48

This essential episode provides a detailed, practical roadmap for understanding Venous Thromboembolism (VTE) , which includes both Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) and Pulmonary Embolism (PE) . We start by clearly classifying the most common risk factors, separating them into Transient (e.g., surgery, travel), Persistent (e.g., cancer, family history), and Drug-Related categories. Crucially, we outline...