Buprenorphine from the Ground Up: Understanding Mechanism, Safety and Clinical Use

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Episode Description Buprenorphine is one of the most powerful tools we have to fight the opioid epidemic but many providers still feel uncertain about how and when to use it. In this episode, we break down the key pharmacologic concepts behind buprenorphine’s safety, misuse potential, and clinical challenges. By the end, you’ll have a clearer …

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SSRI Side Effects Decoded: Timing, Switching, and What Actually Works

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Episode Description SSRIs are among the most widely prescribed medications in all of medicine, but side effects are one of the top reasons patients stop taking them. Nausea, fatigue, weight gain, and sexual dysfunction can derail treatment before it even has a chance to work. In this episode, we decode the four most common SSRI/SNRI …

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Two New Antidepressants You’re Probably Not Using but Should Consider

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Episode Description In this episode, we explore two underused antidepressants—vilazodone (Viibryd) and vortioxetine (Trintellix)—that offer important advantages over traditional SSRIs, particularly when it comes to minimizing sexual side effects and weight gain. You’ll learn how these medications work, how to dose them effectively, and where they fit into real-world treatment strategies. By the end, you’ll …

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