RESEARCH REPORTS

   OBESITY

Implementation of a Weight Management Pharmaceutical Care Service

Kimberly Braxton Lloyd, Margaret Ryman Thrower, Natasha Boutwell Walters, Kem P Krueger, Pamela L Stamm, and R Lee Evans
Ann Pharmacother 2007;41:185-192. DOI 10.1345/aph.1E466
Published Online, 6 February 2007 [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF] [Order Reprint]  

   CARDIOLOGY

Laboratory Evaluation of Potassium and Creatinine Among Ambulatory Patients Prescribed Spironolactone: Are We Monitoring for Hyperkalemia?

Marsha A Raebel, David L McClure, K Arnold Chan, Steven R Simon, Adrianne C Feldstein, Jennifer Elston Lafata, Susan E Andrade, Margaret J Gunter, Winnie W Nelson, Douglas Roblin, and Richard Platt
Ann Pharmacother 2007;41:193-200. DOI 10.1345/aph.1H520
Published Online, 6 February 2007 [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF] [Order Reprint]  

   PSYCHIATRY

Schizophrenia: Multi-Attribute Utility Theory Approach to Selection of Atypical Antipsychotics

Tawny L Bettinger, Garyn Shuler, Donnamaria R Jones, and James P Wilson
Ann Pharmacother 2007;41:201-207. DOI 10.1345/aph.1G607 [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF] [Order Reprint]  

   HIV/AIDS

Validity of a Stage of Change Instrument in Assessing Medication Adherence in Indigent Patients with HIV Infection

R Chris Rathbun, Kevin C Farmer, Staci M Lockhart, and Johnny R Stephens
Ann Pharmacother 2007;41:208-214. DOI 10.1345/aph.1H383
Published Online, 9 January 2007 [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF] [Order Reprint]  

   ASTHMA

Influence of an Interactive Computer-Based Inhaler Technique Tutorial on Patient Knowledge and Inhaler Technique

Matt Navarre, Hiral Patel, Cary E Johnson, Ann Durance, Marc McMorris, William Bria, and Steven R Erickson
Ann Pharmacother 2007;41:216-221. DOI 10.1345/aph.1H256
Published Online, 6 February 2007 [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF] [Order Reprint]  

   PHARMACOKINETICS

Absence of Effect of Oral Rifaximin on the Pharmacokinetics of Ethinyl Estradiol/Norgestimate in Healthy Females

Carol Braun Trapnell, Margaret Connolly, Helen Pentikis, William P Forbes, and Doug K Bettenhausen
Ann Pharmacother 2007;41:222-228. DOI 10.1345/aph.1H395
Published Online, 6 February 2007 [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF] [Order Reprint]  

   COMPLEMENTARY AND ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE

Effects of St. John's Wort Supplementation on Ibuprofen Pharmacokinetics

Edward C Bell, William R Ravis, Kimberly Braxton Lloyd, and Thomas J Stokes
Ann Pharmacother 2007;41:229-234. DOI 10.1345/aph.1H602
Published Online, 6 February 2007 [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF] [Order Reprint]  

ARTICLES

   INFECTIOUS DISEASES

Pharmacologic Treatment Options for Nosocomial Pneumonia Involving Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus aureus

Darego O Maclayton and Ronald G Hall II
Ann Pharmacother 2007;41:235-244. DOI 10.1345/aph.1H414
Published Online, 13 February 2007 CE [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF] [Order Reprint]  

   CRITICAL CARE

Dexmedetomidine: An Updated Review

Anthony T Gerlach and Joseph F Dasta
Ann Pharmacother 2007;41:245-252. DOI 10.1345/aph.1H314
Published Online, 13 February 2007 CE [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF] [Order Reprint]  

   PAIN MANAGEMENT

Opioid Conversions in Acute Care

Asad E Patanwala, Jeremiah Duby, Dustin Waters, and Brian L Erstad
Ann Pharmacother 2007;41:255-266. DOI 10.1345/aph.1H421
Published Online, 13 February 2007 CE [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF] [Order Reprint]  

   HEMATOLOGY

Use of Hematopoietic Growth Factors as Adjuvant Therapy for Anemia and Neutropenia in the Treatment of Hepatitis C

Anne E Dar Santos, Nilufar Partovi, Jo-Ann E Ford, and Eric M Yoshida
Ann Pharmacother 2007;41:268-275. DOI 10.1345/aph.1H169
Published Online, 13 February 2007 CE [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF] [Order Reprint]  

   ADVERSE DRUG REACTIONS

Bisphosphonate-Induced Osteonecrosis of the Jaw

Courtney D Krueger, Patricia M West, Matthew Sargent, Amy E Lodolce, and A Simon Pickard
Ann Pharmacother 2007;41:276-284. DOI 10.1345/aph.1H521
Published Online, 13 February 2007 [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF] [Order Reprint]  

   NEW DRUG DEVELOPMENTS

Rotigotine: Transdermal Dopamine Agonist Treatment of Parkinson's Disease and Restless Legs Syndrome

Michele Y Splinter
Ann Pharmacother 2007;41:285-295. DOI 10.1345/aph.1H113
Published Online, 9 January 2007 CE [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF] [Order Reprint]  

   DRUG INFORMATION ROUNDS

Linezolid for the Treatment of Patients with Central Nervous System Infection

Fotinie Ntziora and Matthew E Falagas
Ann Pharmacother 2007;41:296-308. DOI 10.1345/aph.1H307
Published Online, 6 February 2007 [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF] [Order Reprint]  

Tegaserod for Treating Chronic Constipation in Elderly Patients

Ronald F Baun and Hedva Barenholtz Levy
Ann Pharmacother 2007;41:309-313. DOI 10.1345/aph.1H220
Published Online, 16 January 2007 [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF] [Order Reprint]  

Pyridostigmine in the Treatment of Orthostatic Intolerance

Barry J Gales and Mark A Gales
Ann Pharmacother 2007;41:314-318. DOI 10.1345/aph.1H458
Published Online, 6 February 2007 [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF] [Order Reprint]  

INTERNATIONAL REPORTS

The Effect of Pharmacotherapy Audit Meetings on Early New Drug Prescribing by General Practitioners

Stefan R Florentinus, Rolf van Hulten, Marjolein EM Kloth, Eibert R Heerdink, AMG Fabiënne Griens, Hubert GM Leufkens, Peter P Groenewegen for the Netherlands Institute for Health Services Research
Ann Pharmacother 2007;41:319-324. DOI 10.1345/aph.1H250
Published Online, 23 January 2007 [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF] [Order Reprint]  

THE ANNALS: 40-YEAR EVOLUTION

Clinical Pharmacy: Reflections and Forecasts

William E Smith
Ann Pharmacother 2007;41:325-328. DOI 10.1345/aph.1H624
Published Online, 6 February 2007 [Full Text] [PDF] [Order Reprint]  

THE ANNALS: A HISTORICAL VIEW

The Clinical Pharmacist

Don E Francke
Ann Pharmacother 2007;41:329. DOI 10.1345/aph.140054
Published Online, 13 February 2007 [PDF] [Order Reprint]  

Role of a Pharmacist in Improving Rational Drug Therapy as Part of the Patient Care Team

William E Smith
Ann Pharmacother 2007;41:330-335. DOI 10.1345/aph.140055
Published Online, 13 February 2007 [PDF] [Order Reprint]  

CASE REPORTS

Moxifloxacin and Torsade de Pointes

Krista M Dale, Kirkeith Lertsburapa, Jeffrey Kluger, and C Michael White
Ann Pharmacother 2007;41:336-340. DOI 10.1345/aph.1H474
Published Online, 6 February 2007 [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF] [Order Reprint]  

Parapharyngeal Abscess in a Patient Receiving Etanercept

Joaquín Borrás-Blasco, Claudia Nuñez-Cornejo, Antonio Gracia-Perez, J Dolores Rosique-Robles, MD Elvira Casterá, Enrique Viosca, and F Javier Abad
Ann Pharmacother 2007;41:341-344. DOI 10.1345/aph.1H407
Published Online, 16 January 2007 [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF] [Order Reprint]  

Modafinil Therapy for Apathy in an Elderly Patient

Prasad R Padala, William J Burke, and Subhash C Bhatia
Ann Pharmacother 2007;41:346-349. DOI 10.1345/aph.1H302
Published Online, 30 January 2007 [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF] [Order Reprint]  

Etomidate Use for Cushing's Syndrome Caused by an Ectopic Adrenocorticotropic Hormone-Producing Tumor

Tami N Johnson and Todd W Canada
Ann Pharmacother 2007;41:350-353. DOI 10.1345/aph.1H365
Published Online, 9 January 2007 [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF] [Order Reprint]  

Proposed Relationship Between Intravenous Immunoglobulin and Thrombosis in Renal Transplant Recipients

Antoinette Duronio, Iman Bajjoka, Lama Hsaiky, and Ravi Parasuraman
Ann Pharmacother 2007;41:354-358. DOI 10.1345/aph.1H434
Published Online, 30 January 2007 [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF] [Order Reprint]  

LETTERS AND COMMENTS

Mirtazapine-Associated Dose-Dependent and Asymptomatic Elevation of Hepatic Enzymes

Babatunde Adetunji, Biju Basil, Maju Mathews, and Thomas Osinowo
Ann Pharmacother 2007;41:359. DOI 10.1345/aph.1H537
Published Online, 23 January 2007 [Full Text] [PDF] [Order Reprint]  

Mania After Venlafaxine Withdrawal in a Patient with Generalized Anxiety Disorder

Yasser Khazaal
Ann Pharmacother 2007;41:359-360. DOI 10.1345/aph.1H504
Published Online, 6 February 2007 [Full Text] [PDF] [Order Reprint]  

NEW PUBLICATIONS

Hematology-Oncology Therapy: By Michael M Boyiadzis MD MHSc, Peter F Lebowitz MD PhD, James N Frame MD, and Tito Fojo MD PhD. Published by McGraw-Hill Medical Publishing Division, New York, NY, 2007. ISBN 978-0-07-143497-6. Paperbound, xv + 899 pp. (28 x 21.5 cm), $69. www.mcgraw-hillmedical.com

Michael B Cockerham
Ann Pharmacother 2007;41:361. DOI 10.1345/aph.1H577
Published Online, 13 February 2007 [Full Text] [PDF] [Order Reprint]  

BOOKS RECEIVED

Ann Pharmacother 2007;41:362. DOI 10.1345/aph.1BR07B
Published Online, 13 February 2007 [Full Text] [PDF] [Order Reprint]  

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