Mary Barna Bridgeman, PharmD, BCPS, CGP

OTC case studies involving seasonal allergies, perennial allergies, and asthma.

OTC case studies involving insomnia, anxiety, depression and headache.

OTC case studies involving oral ulcerations, fungal infections, immunizations for a patient receiving corticosteroid therapy, and dry mouth.

OTC case studies involving overactive bladder, arthritis pain management, sleep aids, and herbal supplement use for memory.

OTC case studies involving vitamin E supplementation, omega-3 fatty acid supplementation, smoking cessation, and weight-loss medication.

Recommendations regarding OTC products for treatment of chronic dry cough, cold prevention, general symptom relief, and nasal congestion.

Pharmacists can learn about current management of allergic rhinitis, including allergen avoidance, immunotherapy, and pharmacotherapy.

Case studies involving questions about low blood glucose level, soy supplementation, blood glucose monitors, and flu prevention.

OTC case studies involving seasonal allergies, allergy and ear infection, allergy and depression, and asthma and allergies.

Women experiencing hot flashes and vaginal dryness seek OTC treatment.

Allergic conjunctivitis and poison ivy pose problems for all patients.