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Rumor vs Truth

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15 episodes
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Date created
2025/01/22
Latest episode
2026/01/20
Average duration
22 min.
Release period
26 days

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Your trusted source for facts... where we dissect the evidence behind risky rumors and reveal clinical truths.This podcast series from TRC Healthcare, the team behind Pharmacist’s Letter, Pharmacy Technician’s Letter, and Prescriber Insights products, is designed to help pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, prescribers, and even patients navigate some of the claims they might see about medication therapy. Find the video version of this show on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@trc.healthcare  TRC Healthcare offers CE credit for this podcast for subscribers at our platinum level or higher. Log in to your Pharmacist’s Letter, Pharmacy Technician’s Letter, or Prescriber Insights account and look for the title of this podcast in the list of available CE courses.

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Hormone Replacement Therapy for Menopause
2026/01/20
Hot flashes or cool facts… are menopause and hormone replacement therapy (HRT) in the middle of the rumors? In this episode, Don and Steve turn up the heat on common claims about estrogen therapy and menopause management. Joined by guest expert Sara Klockars, PharmD, BCPS, they separate fact from fiction and share practical tips for clinicians. 🔥 Is HRT the go-to for every patient with hot flashes? 💊 Are bioidentical hormones truly better… or just better marketed? 🩹 Is topical estrogen safer than oral therapy? 🎗 Does hormone therapy raise breast cancer risk… or is the evidence more nuanced? Bust the hype, and uncover the facts behind these hot-button hormone claims: All patients with low estrogen levels should use HRTBioidentical estrogens are more effective than other estrogensTopical estrogen is safer than oral options  Hormone replacement therapy causes breast cancer10% off a new or upgraded subscription with code rvt1026 at checkout.  ****** TRC Healthcare Editor Hosts:  Stephen Small, PharmD, BCPS, BCPPS, BCCCP, CNSC Don Weinberger, PharmD, PMSP****** Guest:  Sara Klockars, PharmD, BCPS (TRC Healthcare Editor)****** CE Information: None of the speakers have anything to disclose.  TRC Healthcare offers CE credit for this podcast for subscribers at our platinum level or higher. Log in to your Pharmacist’s Letter, Pharmacy Technician’s Letter,or Prescriber Insights account and look for the title of this podcast in the list of available CE courses. Claim Credit ****** The clinical resources mentioned during the podcast are part of a subscription to Pharmacist’s Letter, Pharmacy Technician’s Letter, and Prescriber Insights:  FAQ: Managing Vasomotor Menopause SymptomsChart: Menopausal Hormone TherapiesArticle: Elinzanetant: Emerging Therapy for Menopausal Hot FlashesChart: Managing Genitourinary Menopausal SymptomsChart: Characteristics of Transdermal Patches (US)****** Send us a text Email us: [email protected] The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Find the show on YouTube by searching for ‘TRC Healthcare’ or clicking here. Learn more about our product offerings at trchealthcare.com.
GLP-1 Side Effects
2025/12/16
Are GLP-1 side effects food for thought or just food for rumors? In this episode, Don and Steve dig into the evidence behind the most talked-about risks of GLP-1 agonists, separating clinical truth from rumors and headlines. 🦱 Are these meds thinning waistlines—and hairlines? 🚹 Do GLP-1s cause erectile dysfunction—or could they actually help? 🛑Is holding GLP-1s before surgery a must, or just medical myth? Our clinical sleuths investigate whether these claims hold up: GLP-1 agonists can lead to hair lossMen can develop erectile dysfunction from GLP-1 agonistsGLP-1 agonists increase risk of suicidal thoughtsGLP-1 agonists are associated with blindness GLP-1's should be held before every surgery to prevent aspirationOur listeners can get 10% off a new or upgraded subscription with code rvt1025 at checkout. ****** TRC Healthcare Editor Hosts:  Stephen Small, PharmD, BCPS, BCPPS, BCCCP, CNSC Don Weinberger, PharmD, PMSP****** Guest:  Sara Klockars, PharmD, BCPS (TRC Healthcare Editor, Dermatology Specialist)****** CE Information: None of the speakers have anything to disclose.  TRC Healthcare offers CE credit for this podcast for subscribers at our platinum level or higher. Log in to your Pharmacist’s Letter, Pharmacy Technician’s Letter,or Prescriber Insights account and look for the title of this podcast in the list of available CE courses. Claim Credit ****** The clinical resources mentioned during the podcast are part of a subscription to Pharmacist’s Letter, Pharmacy Technician’s Letter, and Prescriber Insights:  Chart: GLP-1 and GIP/GLP-1 Receptor Agonist Interactive Comparison ChartChart: Treatment and Prevention of Hair LossFAQ: Managing Erectile DysfunctionChart: Perioperative Management of DiabetesArticle: Keep Potential Eye Risks With GLP-1 Agonists in Sight****** Suicide & Crisis Lifeline - Call or Text: 988 https://988lifeline.org/ ****** Send us a text Email us: [email protected] The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Find the show on YouTube by searching for ‘TRC Healthcare’ or clicking here. Learn more about our product offerings at trchealthcare.com.
Natural Cold and Flu Remedies
2025/11/18
Is your favorite cold fix fact—or folklore? In this episode, hosts Don and Steve team up with special guest Jeff Langford, PharmD, from TRC’s NatMed team, to bust the biggest myths about natural remedies for cold and flu. Together, they dig into the roots of popular remedies—from pharmacy shelves to grandma’s kitchen—to uncover what’s backed by evidence. 🍯 Is honey for cough a sweet solution or just a sticky myth? 🫐 Elderberry syrup: flu fighter or fruity fad? 🌱 Are homeopathic flu remedies backed by science? Get ready for the verdict on these popular claims: Vitamin C and zinc can shorten cold symptoms.Honey is effective for cough.Elderberry can treat the flu.Homeopathic products, such as oscillococcinum, can prevent or treat the flu.****** TRC Healthcare Editor Hosts: Stephen Small, PharmD, BCPS, BCPPS, BCCCP, CNSCDon Weinberger, PharmD, PMSP****** Guest: Jeff Langford, PharmD, BCPS, BCCP (Managing Clinical Editor at TRC Healthcare for NatMed)****** CE Information: None of the speakers have anything to disclose. TRC Healthcare offers CE credit for this podcast for subscribers at our platinum level or higher. Log in to your Pharmacist’s Letter, Pharmacy Technician’s Letter, or Prescriber Insights account and look for the title of this podcast in the list of available CE courses. Claim Credit ****** Clinical Resources: Chart: Managing Cough and Cold SymptomsChart: Managing Seasonal AllergiesNatMed Pro ****** 🌿🎙New show from today's guest: Natural Medicines: Evidence in Practice🎙🌿 ✅ Sign up here for updates🎧 Trailer + Follow on Apple Podcasts🎧 Trailer + Follow on Spotify****** 10% off a new or upgraded subscription with code rvt1025 at checkout. 🎓 Student free version of Pharmacist’s Letter. Send us a text Email us: [email protected] The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Find the show on YouTube by searching for ‘TRC Healthcare’ or clicking here. Learn more about our product offerings at trchealthcare.com.
BONUS: Dental Dilemmas – Extended Fluoride Interview
2025/11/04
We loved our conversation with Dr. Jayson Chalmers, DDS so much that we’re sharing the full, never‑before‑heard interview. It goes deeper than our last episode “Dental Dilemmas” on the history of fluoridation, chemistry, dosing, safety signals, and what clinicians should actually recommend.  ** No CE credit for this bonus episode. (CE returns with our next regular episode on cold & flu.) **  What you’ll learn: How fluoride prevents cavities (the hydroxyapatite → fluorapatite story) Where the 2025 JAMA Pediatrics metaanalysis on fluoride exposure and children’s IQ fits (signal vs causality; exposure thresholds; study bias).  Practical guidance on OTC (~900 ppm) vs prescription (5000 ppm) toothpaste and counseling tips for kids and high-risk adults.  Community water fluoridation: historical context (Grand Rapids), outcomes, and how programs are tuned to ~0.7 mg/L today.  ******  TRC Healthcare Editor Hosts:   Stephen Small, PharmD, BCPS, BCPPS, BCCCP, CNSC  Don Weinberger, PharmD, PMSP ******  Guest:   Jayson Chalmers, DDS ******  The clinical resources related to this podcast are part of a subscription to Pharmacist’s Letter, Pharmacy Technician’s Letter, and Prescriber Insights:   Chart: Alcohol and Drug InteractionsFAQ: Management of Opioid Use DisorderChart: Analgesics for Acute Pain in AdultsToolbox: Antibiotic Stewardship******  Don’t miss out! Subscribe today to stay ahead with trusted insights and tools.   Our listeners can get 10% off a new or upgraded subscription with code rvt1025 at checkout.   If you're a student, good news—students can access a free version of Pharmacist’s Letter.   Send us a text Email us: [email protected] The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Find the show on YouTube by searching for ‘TRC Healthcare’ or clicking here. Learn more about our product offerings at trchealthcare.com.
Dental Dilemmas
2025/10/21
In this episode, Don and Steve separate fact from fiction about meds and oral health. 💊 Could your favorite mouthwash be more “spirited” than you think? 😬 Can a key medication for opioid use disorder quietly sabotage your smile? 🦷 What really happens when you put aspirin on a toothache—relief, or regret?  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! Claims: Fluoride toothpastes and mouthwashes are harmful. Alcohol-based mouthwashes should be avoided with metronidazole. Patients need prophylactic antibiotics before most dental visits. Putting aspirin directly on a tooth can help cure a toothache. Sublingual or buccal buprenorphine is linked to tooth decay and cavities. ******  TRC Healthcare Editor Hosts:   Stephen Small, PharmD, BCPS, BCPPS, BCCCP, CNSC  Don Weinberger, PharmD, PMSP ******  Guest:   Jayson Chalmers, DDS ******  CE Information:  None of the speakers have anything to disclose.  TRC Healthcare offers CE credit for this podcast for subscribers at our platinum level or higher. Log in to your Pharmacist’s Letter, Pharmacy Technician’s Letter, or Prescriber Insights account and look for the title of this podcast in the list of available CE courses. Claim Credit  ******  Clinical Resources:   Chart: Alcohol and Drug Interactions FAQ: Management of Opioid Use Disorder Chart: Analgesics for Acute Pain in Adults Toolbox: Antibiotic Stewardship ******  10% off a new or upgraded subscription with code rvt1025 at checkout. 🎓 Student free version of Pharmacist’s Letter.  Send us a text Email us: [email protected] The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Find the show on YouTube by searching for ‘TRC Healthcare’ or clicking here. Learn more about our product offerings at trchealthcare.com.
Quick Verdicts: Acetaminophen in Pregnancy
2025/10/01
In this “Quick Verdicts” 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 Pharmacist’s Letter, Pharmacy Technician’s 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 Medical Misinformation Article: Put New Acetaminophen Pregnancy Warnings in Perspective ******  Don’t miss out! Subscribe to Pharmacist’s Letter today to stay ahead with trusted insights and tools.   Our listeners can get 10% off a new subscription with code rvt1025 at checkout.   If you're a student, good news—students can access a free version of Pharmacist’s Letter.   ******  The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.  Rumor vs Truth is a production of TRC Healthcare.  Send us a text Email us: [email protected] The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Find the show on YouTube by searching for ‘TRC Healthcare’ or clicking here. Learn more about our product offerings at trchealthcare.com.
Testosterone
2025/09/16
In this episode, Don and Steve flex their clinical muscles and bust myths about testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) - from supplements to safety risks. 🐶 Can topical testosterone transfer to pets and kids? 💊 Are supplements like ginseng and vitamin D legit testosterone boosters? ❤️ Does testosterone increase cardiovascular risk? Stick around as our pharmacist duo breaks down the evidence and shares insights on these hot-button hormone claims: Testosterone should be considered for ALL men with low testosterone levels, or “low T”Topical testosterone can transfer to other people and petsSome vitamins and supplements are safe and effective for increasing testosterone levelsTestosterone products increase cardiovascular risksTestosterone can cause prostate cancer****** TRC Healthcare Editor Hosts:  Stephen Small, PharmD, BCPS, BCPPS, BCCCP, CNSC Don Weinberger, PharmD, PMSP****** Guest:  Caitlin Prather, PharmD, BCACP, AAHIVP, TTS****** The clinical resources mentioned during the podcast are part of a subscription to Pharmacist’s Letter, Pharmacy Technician’s Letter, and Prescriber Insights:  Article: Put Testosterone Replacement Claims to the TestChart: Comparison of Testosterone ProductsChart: Hormones for Transgender PatientsNatMed****** Don’t miss out! Subscribe today to stay ahead with trusted insights and tools.  Our listeners can get 10% off a new subscription with code rvt1025 at checkout.  🎓 If you're a student, good news—students can access a free version of Pharmacist’s Letter.   Send us a text Email us: [email protected] The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Find the show on YouTube by searching for ‘TRC Healthcare’ or clicking here. Learn more about our product offerings at trchealthcare.com.
Managing Acne
2025/08/19
In 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.  💊Do doxycycline and minocycline treat acne the same way?  🧼Is it possible to wash your face TOO much?   🪥And can toothpaste really help banish blemishes?  🤔Pop in as we clear up the evidence and face the facts!  They’ll share research and insights into some interesting claims including:  Certain foods can cause or worsen acne. All oral tetracycline antibiotics work the same when treating acne. Off-label meds (spironolactone, birth control) are effective for acne treatment. Washing your face can actually worsen acne. Household items (toothpaste, etc) can clear acne.****** TRC Healthcare Editor Hosts:  Stephen Small, PharmD, BCPS, BCPPS, BCCCP, CNSC Don Weinberger, PharmD, PMSP******  Guest:   Sara Klockars, PharmD, BCPS (TRC Healthcare Editor, Dermatology Specialist) ****** The clinical resources mentioned during the podcast are part of a subscription to Pharmacist’s Letter, Pharmacy Technician’s Letter, and Prescriber Insights:  Chart: Pharmacotherapy of AcneToolbox: Antimicrobial Stewardship******  Don’t miss out! Subscribe to Pharmacist’s Letter today to stay ahead with trusted insights and tools.   Our listeners can get 10% off a new or upgraded subscription with code rvt1025 at checkout. If you're a student, good news—students can access a free version of Pharmacist’s Letter.   Send us a text Email us: [email protected] The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Find the show on YouTube by searching for ‘TRC Healthcare’ or clicking here. Learn more about our product offerings at trchealthcare.com.
Shedding Light On Sunscreens
2025/07/15
In this episode, hosts Don Weinberger and Steve Small throw some serious shade at common sunscreen myths—and yes, Steve may or may not be rocking a fake sunburn.🌞 🧴 Does a higher SPF really mean better protection? 🌤️ Can sunscreen mess with your vitamin D levels? ⚠️ Are sunscreen ingredients secretly harmful?  🕶️ 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 isn’t as important for people with darker skin tones.Sunscreen ingredients are harmful to humans.Chemical and mineral sunscreens work the same way.Whether you're a sunscreen slatherer or a sprayer, this episode radiates with clinical pearls, practical tips, and plenty of puns to keep your summer skin safe. ****** 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 Pharmacist’s Letter, Pharmacy Technician’s Letter, and Prescriber Insights:  FAQ: Calcium and Vitamin DArticle: Shed Light on Sunscreen RumorsFAQ: Shedding Light on Questions About SunscreensChart: Drug-Induced PhotosensitivityPodcast: Clinical Capsules: To Vitamin D or Not to Vitamin D?****** Our listeners can get 10% off a new or upgraded subscription with code rvt1025 at checkout.  Students: Access a free version of Pharmacist’s Letter. Got a sunburn horror story or a sunscreen myth you’ve heard? Text us or visit trchealthcare.com/contact-us—we might feature it in the next episode! Send us a text Email us: [email protected] The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Find the show on YouTube by searching for ‘TRC Healthcare’ or clicking here. Learn more about our product offerings at trchealthcare.com.
Retro Rumors (40th Anniversary Episode)
2025/06/17
🎉 In this special anniversary episode, Don and Steve throw it back to 1985 —complete with mullets 🦱, mustaches 🥸, and popped collars 👔—to celebrate 40 years of the Pharmacist’s Letter!  🗂️ Join them as they dig into the archives and revisit some of the earliest (and wildest) claims ever published. They’ll 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: it’s still safe!)How a drug from lizard spit became a blockbuster for weight loss.This episode is packed with nostalgia, clinical pearls, and a few good laughs. ****** TRC Healthcare Editor Hosts:  Stephen Small, PharmD, BCPS, BCPPS, BCCCP, CNSC Don Weinberger, PharmD, PMSP****** The clinical resources mentioned are part of a subscription to Pharmacist’s Letter, Pharmacy Technician’s Letter, and Prescriber Insights:  Article: See How Far We’ve Come in 40 YearsChart: Treatment and Prevention of Hair LossChart: Managing NSAID RisksAlgorithm: Drug-Induced QT Prolongation: A Step-Wise ApproachChart: Pharmacotherapy of AcneChart: Comparison of GLP-1 and GIP/GLP-1 Receptor Agonists****** Our listeners can get 10% off a new or upgraded subscription with code rvt1025 at checkout.  Students: Access a free version of Pharmacist’s Letter. Send us a text Email us: [email protected] The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Find the show on YouTube by searching for ‘TRC Healthcare’ or clicking here. Learn more about our product offerings at trchealthcare.com.
Color Coded: Dyes in Medications
2025/05/20
In 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...let’s find out! They’ll share research and insights into some interesting claims including: White tablets or clear solutions don’t have dyes.Certain dyes can cause adverse effects.Recent FDA mandates to remove artificial dyes only affect food products.Pill color can impact patients’ expectations about a medication’s effects.****** TRC Healthcare Editor Hosts:  Stephen Small, PharmD, BCPS, BCPPS, BCCCP, CNSC Don Weinberger, PharmD, PMSP****** Guest:  Gina Corely, PharmD (TRC Healthcare Editor)****** The clinical resources mentioned during the podcast are part of a subscription to Pharmacist’s Letter, Pharmacy Technician’s Letter, and Prescriber Insights:  Article: Be Aware of Adverse Reactions with Artificial DyesAlgorithm: Investigating Possible Drug Allergy or Sensitivity****** Don’t miss out! Subscribe to Pharmacist’s Letter today to stay ahead with trusted insights and tools. If you're a student, good news—students can access a free version of Pharmacist’s Letter.    Rumor vs Truth is a production of TRC Healthcare. Send us a text Email us: [email protected] The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Find the show on YouTube by searching for ‘TRC Healthcare’ or clicking here. Learn more about our product offerings at trchealthcare.com.
Expired Medications
2025/04/15
In this episode, hosts Don Weinberger and Steve Small separate fact from fiction about expired medications.   📅 How are med expiration dates chosen? Is it science or just a guess? ⏳ Can a medication that’s older than the FDA itself… still work? 💊 Are meds no longer effective after they expire? ⏰ It’s time to uncover the truth behind meds that are past their prime! They’ll share research and insights into some interesting claims including: Med expiration dates are chosen at random.Meds are no longer good after their expiration date.Meds can be toxic after their expiration date.Expiration dates on meds can be extended.****** TRC Healthcare Editor Hosts:  Stephen Small, PharmD, BCPS, BCPPS, BCCCP, CNSC Don Weinberger, PharmD****** The clinical resources mentioned during the podcast are part of a subscription to Pharmacist’s Letter, Pharmacy Technician’s Letter, and Prescriber Insights:  Chart: Oral Meds to Keep in Original ContainersTech Tutorial: Medication Disposal in the Hospital ****** Don’t miss out! Subscribe to Pharmacist’s Letter today to stay ahead with trusted insights and tools. If you're a student, good news—students can access a free version of Pharmacist’s Letter.    Rumor vs Truth is a production of TRC Healthcare. Send us a text Email us: [email protected] The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Find the show on YouTube by searching for ‘TRC Healthcare’ or clicking here. Learn more about our product offerings at trchealthcare.com.
Tackling Tetracyclines
2025/03/18
In this episode, hosts Don Weinberger and Steve Small separate fact from fiction when it comes to claims about tetracyclines.  🦷 Will doxycycline stain children’s teeth?  ☠️ Is expired tetracycline truly deadly?  🐱 What do cats have to do with all this?  🚴‍♂️ Let’s cycle through the facts!  They’ll 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 shouldn’t be used in pregnancy.Tetracyclines shouldn’t be combined with milk.****** TRC Healthcare Editor Hosts: Stephen Small, PharmD, BCPS, BCPPS, BCCCP, CNSC Don Weinberger, PharmD****** Guest:  Michael Deaney, PharmD, AAHIVP (Clinical Pharmacist, Children’s Hospital Colorado)****** The clinical resources mentioned during the podcast are part of a subscription to Pharmacist’s Letter, Pharmacy Technician’s Letter, and Prescriber Insights:  Article: Sort Out Tetracycline Safety in Pregnancy and LactationChart: Antibiotics in Pregnancy and Lactation****** Don’t miss out! Subscribe to Pharmacist’s Letter today to stay ahead with trusted insights and tools. If you're a student, good news—students can access a free version of Pharmacist’s Letter. Rumor vs Truth is a production of TRC Healthcare. Send us a text Email us: [email protected] The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Find the show on YouTube by searching for ‘TRC Healthcare’ or clicking here. Learn more about our product offerings at trchealthcare.com.
Hangover Remedies
2025/02/18
In this episode, hosts Don Weinberger and Steve Small separate fact from fiction about hangover remedies.   💧 Does drinking water actually help prevent symptoms?   🤕 Is acetaminophen safe for hangover headaches?   🔨 Let’s hammer out the facts!  They’ll share research and insights into some interesting claims including: Consuming fluids before, during, or after drinking will curb hangovers.Having beer before switching to harder drinks can prevent hangovers.Acetaminophen should be avoided after drinking.Some natural products can be used for hangovers.“Hydration clinics” are a hangover cure.****** TRC Healthcare Editor Hosts:  Stephen Small, PharmD, BCPS, BCPPS, BCCCP, CNSC Don Weinberger, PharmD****** The clinical resources mentioned during the podcast are part of a subscription to Pharmacist’s Letter, Pharmacy Technician’s Letter, and Prescriber Insights:  Article: Address Rumors vs Truths About Hangover RemediesChart: Alcohol and Drug Interactions****** Don’t miss out! Subscribe to Pharmacist’s Letter today to stay ahead with trusted insights and tools. If you're a student, good news—students can access a free version of Pharmacist’s Letter.  Rumor vs Truth is a production of TRC Healthcare. Send us a text Email us: [email protected] The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Find the show on YouTube by searching for ‘TRC Healthcare’ or clicking here. Learn more about our product offerings at trchealthcare.com.
Juicy Interactions
2025/01/22
In 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!  They’ll share research and insights into some interesting claims including: You shouldn’t 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 “exotic” juices.Fruit juices are actually good for certain meds. TRC Healthcare Editor Hosts:  Stephen Small, PharmD, BCPS, BCPPS, BCCCP, CNSC Don Weinberger, PharmD Guest:  Gina Corley, PharmD (TRC Healthcare Editor) The clinical resources mentioned during the podcast are part of a subscription to Pharmacist’s Letter, Pharmacy Technician’s Letter, and Prescriber Insights:  Article: CYP’n on Grapefruit Juice With Statins – Do We Still Avoid?Chart: Drug Interactions: Cytochrome P450 (CYP), P-glycoprotein, and More Don’t miss out! Subscribe to Pharmacist’s Letter today to stay ahead with trusted insights and tools. If you're a student, good news—students can access a free version of Pharmacist’s Letter. Rumor vs Truth is a production of TRC Healthcare. Send us a text Email us: [email protected] The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Find the show on YouTube by searching for ‘TRC Healthcare’ or clicking here. Learn more about our product offerings at trchealthcare.com.

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