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July 16th 2025
Since the most recent guidelines were published, more evidence has emerged regarding intravenous corticosteroids for severely ill patients.
Can Low-Dose Naltrexone Fill the Gaps in Palliative Pain Management?
May 12th 2025Emma Murter, PharmD, MPH, and Madison N. Irwin, PharmD, BCPS, discuss the potential role of low-dose naltrexone in managing chronic pain in palliative care, highlighting its anti-inflammatory properties, limited adverse effects, and current evidence gaps—particularly in comparison to traditional opioids and adjuvant analgesics.
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IVIG Can Cause Kidney Function Decline, Thromboembolism in Patients With Dermatological Conditions
May 7th 2025Intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG) treatment for dermatologic conditions shows effectiveness but poses risks of kidney decline and thromboembolism, necessitating careful monitoring.
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