Sort Through Specifics of Sulfa Allergies

October 2022

Questions continue to come up about what a “sulfa” allergy is and when to worry about cross-reactivity.

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Table of Contents

COVID-19 Be Ready With Answers About Bivalent COVID-19 Boosters
Allergic Reactions Sort Through Specifics of Sulfa Allergies
NSAIDs Consider Kidney Risks Before Using an NSAID
Diabetes Expect Buzz About CGM With New FreeStyle Libre 3
Heart Failure Steer Away From Meds That Can Exacerbate Heart Failure
Immunizations Prevent Errors With COVID-19 Boosters and Flu Vaccinations
Psoriasis Don’t Jump to Topical Vtama or Zoryve for Psoriasis
Gastroenterology Follow a Stepwise Approach to Managing Gastroparesis
Hypotension Save Meds as a Last Resort for Orthostatic Hypotension
Medicare Navigate Medicare Part D Plan Changes for 2023
Antiplatelets Know How to Manage Antiplatelets Around Surgery
Diuretics Guide Fluid De-Resuscitation in the ICU
Hematology & Oncology Act Fast When Treating Febrile Neutropenia