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Rumor vs TruthDental DilemmasIn this episode, Don and Steve separate fact from fiction about meds and oral health.đ Could your favorite mouthwash be more âspiritedâ than you think?đŹ Can a key medication for opioid use disorder quietly sabotage your smile?𦷠Ready to brush up on the facts and drill down to the truth? No need to sugarcoat it, our myth-busting pharmacist duo (and a special dentist guest expert) are here to rinse away the rumors and polish up the evidence! đŁ Listener Survey: https://forms.office.com/r/LrKG9m8ebcđŁClaims: Fluori...
2025-10-2131 min
Rumor vs TruthQuick Verdicts: Acetaminophen in PregnancyIn this âQuick Verdictsâ episode, hosts Don Weinberger and Steve Small separate fact from fiction about whether acetaminophen use during pregnancy increases the risk of neurologic disorders in kids.  ****** TRC Healthcare Editor Hosts:  Stephen Small, PharmD, BCPS, BCPPS, BCCCP, CNSC  Don Weinberger, PharmD, PMSP ****** The clinical resources mentioned during the podcast are part of a subscription to Pharmacistâs Letter, Pharmacy Technicianâs Letter, and Prescriber Insights:  Chart: Glossary of Study Design and Statistical Terms Chart: Analgesics in Pregnancy and Lactation Chart: Topical Medications in Pregnancy and Lactation Toolbox: Resources for Discussing Medi...
2025-10-0110 min
Rumor vs TruthTestosteroneIn this episode, Don and Steve flex their clinical muscles and bust myths about testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) - from supplements to safety risks.đś Can topical testosterone transfer to pets and kids?đ Are supplements like ginseng and vitamin D legit testosterone boosters?â¤ď¸ Does testosterone increase cardiovascular risk?****đ Weâd love to hear from you! Take our quick listener surveyâit only takes a minute and helps us make the show even better. Plus, youâll be entered to win a $25 gift card! đŁ Share your thoughts here: https://forms.offic...
2025-09-1623 min
Rumor vs TruthManaging AcneIn this episode, hosts Don and Steve tackle one of the most common (and commonly misunderstood) skin conditions: acne. Joined by dermatology expert Sara Klockars, PharmD, BCPS, the team breaks down the myths, meds, and marketing claims that surround acne treatment. đDo doxycycline and minocycline treat acne the same way? đ§źIs it possible to wash your face TOO much?  đŞĽAnd can toothpaste really help banish blemishes? đ¤Pop in as we clear up the evidence and face the facts! Theyâll share research and insights into some interesting cl...
2025-08-1927 min
Rumor vs TruthShedding Light On SunscreensIn this episode, hosts Don Weinberger and Steve Small throw some serious shade at common sunscreen mythsâand yes, Steve may or may not be rocking a fake sunburn.đ𧴠Does a higher SPF really mean better protection?đ¤ď¸ Can sunscreen mess with your vitamin D levels?â ď¸ Are sunscreen ingredients secretly harmful? đśď¸ Grab your shades and join our myth-busting duo as they shine a light on the facts about these hot-button sunscreen claims:The higher the SPF, the better for most people.Sunscreens reduce vitamin D production.Sunscreen isnât as important for people with darker sk...
2025-07-1523 min
Clinical CapsulesAvoiding Medication Mishaps with Pet PrescriptionsIn this episode, TRC Healthcare editor, Don Weinberger, PharmD, PMSP, explores how to avoid medication mishaps with pet prescriptions. Learn about common pitfalls, species-specific risks, and best practices for pharmacists and technicians.This is an excerpt from our December 2024 Pharmacy Essential Updates continuing education webinar series.The clinical resources mentioned during the podcast are part of a subscription to Pharmacistâs Letter, Pharmacy Technicianâs Letter, and Prescriber Insights:Â Article: Donât Chase Your Tail With Pet RxsFAQ: Med Considerations for Cats and DogsDonât miss out! Subscribe...
2025-06-2412 min
Rumor vs TruthRetro Rumors (40th Anniversary Episode)In this special anniversary episode, Don and Steve throw it back to 1985âcomplete with mullets, mustaches, and popped collarsâto celebrate 40 years of the Pharmacistâs Letter! Join them as they dig into the archives and revisit some of the earliest (and wildest) claims ever published.Theyâll reexamine research and insights into claims from yesteryear including:Whether topical minoxidil really works for hair regrowth (and why Steve looks like he joined the trial)The Vioxx scandal and how it reshaped FDA safety rulesWhy Darvocet disappeared from pharmacy shelvesThe truth about benzoyl peroxide and cancer risk (spoiler...
2025-06-1720 min
Rumor vs TruthColor Coded: Dyes in MedicationsIn this episode, hosts Don Weinberger and Steve Small separate fact from fiction about dyes in medications and food.  Why is the FDA banning certain artificial dyes, and what does it mean for your meds and favorite foods?Can the color of your pills really affect how you feel about them?Why do we talk so much about rats and sewers in this episode?Folks are dye-ing to know the truth...letâs find out!Theyâll share research and insights into some interesting claims including:White tablets or cle...
2025-05-2018 min
Rumor vs TruthTackling TetracyclinesIn this episode, hosts Don Weinberger and Steve Small separate fact from fiction when it comes to claims about tetracyclines. Will doxycycline stain childrenâs teeth? Is expired tetracycline truly deadly? What do cats have to do with all this? Letâs cycle through the facts! Theyâll share research and insights into some interesting claims including:Doxycycline should never be used in young kids due to teeth concerns.Doxycycline monohydrate is better than the hyclate version.Minocycline can permanently pigment skin.Expired tetracyclines are toxic.Tetracyclines shouldnât be used in...
2025-03-1821 minClinical CapsulesPneumococcal Vaccine RecommendationsIn this episode, TRC Healthcare editor, Vickie Danaher, PharmD, discusses Pneumococcal Vaccine Recommendations for Adults. This is an excerpt from our December 2024 Pharmacy Essential Updates continuing education webinar series.The clinical resources mentioned during the podcast are part of a subscription to Pharmacistâs Letter, Pharmacy Technicianâs Letter, and Prescriber Insights: Article: Prepare to Give More Adults a Pneumococcal Vaccine Algorithm: Pneumococcal Vaccination in AdultsChart: Comparison of Pneumococcal VaccinesDonât miss out! Subscribe to Pharmacistâs Letter today to stay ahead with trusted insights and tools. If you're...
2025-01-2820 min
Rumor vs TruthJuicy InteractionsIn this premiere episode, hosts Don Weinberger and Steve Small separate fact from fiction about medication interactions with fruit juices. Does that morning grapefruit really matter with your medications? Are some juices beneficial? Let's squeeze out the truth! Theyâll share research and insights into some interesting claims including:You shouldnât drink grapefruit juice with certain statins.There are other meds that interact with fruit juices.Juices can affect the absorption of ADHD stimulants (Adderall, etc).Sildenafil may be affected by more âexoticâ juices.Fruit juices are actually good for certain...
2025-01-2216 min