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Recommended Dosage of an H2 Blocker for Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease
11/18/2022
Maria Asimopoulos
What is the recommended dosage of famotidine for patients with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) who weigh at least 40 kg?
What is the recommended dosage of famotidine for patients with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) who weigh at least 40 kg?
What is the recommended dosage...
11/18/2022
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Vonoprazan vs Esomeprazole for Treating Symptomatic Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease
11/14/2022
Maria Asimopoulos
Investigators compared the efficacy and safety of vonoprazan and esomeprazole in patients with gastroesophageal reflux disease who responded only partially to proton pump inhibitors.
Investigators compared the efficacy and safety of vonoprazan and esomeprazole in patients with gastroesophageal reflux disease who responded only partially to proton pump inhibitors.
Investigators compared the...
11/14/2022
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Recommending Over-the-Counter Medications for Heartburn
10/25/2022
Maria Asimopoulos
Of the following over-the-counter medications, which therapy are you most likely to recommend to patients with heartburn?
Of the following over-the-counter medications, which therapy are you most likely to recommend to patients with heartburn?
Of the following...
10/25/2022
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Adding Dopamine Antagonist to PPI Therapy for GERD
10/18/2022
Jolynn Tumolo
“Although PPIs are first-line medications for GERD, up to one-third of patients do not experience symptom relief after an 8-week course of PPI therapy," researchers said.
“Although PPIs are first-line medications for GERD, up to one-third of patients do not experience symptom relief after an 8-week course of PPI therapy," researchers said.
“Although PPIs are first-line...
10/18/2022
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Identifying Preferred H2 Blocker for Treating GERD in Breastfeeding Patients
09/26/2022
Maria Asimopoulos
Which histamine H2-receptor antagonist is considered the preferred option for managing heartburn in patients who are lactating?
Which histamine H2-receptor antagonist is considered the preferred option for managing heartburn in patients who are lactating?
Which histamine H2-receptor...
09/26/2022
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Vonoprazan vs PPIs for Treating Heartburn in Patients With Erosive Esophagitis
09/13/2022
Maria Asimopoulos
In a systematic review and meta-analysis, researchers compared the efficacy of vonoprazan and proton pump inhibitors for resolving heartburn in patients with erosive esophagitis.
In a systematic review and meta-analysis, researchers compared the efficacy of vonoprazan and proton pump inhibitors for resolving heartburn in patients with erosive esophagitis.
In a systematic review and...
09/13/2022
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Heartburn Center Successfully Centralizes Care in a Community Setting
12/22/2021
Jolynn Tumolo
Integrating a comprehensive heartburn center in a community setting was commercially viable and boosted patient satisfaction, according to recent findings.
Integrating a comprehensive heartburn center in a community setting was commercially viable and boosted patient satisfaction, according to recent findings.
Integrating a comprehensive...
12/22/2021
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Quiz
Understanding Overnight Symptoms of Heartburn
12/22/2021
Maria Asimopoulos
How many US adults who have heartburn at least once a week report experiencing symptoms overnight?
How many US adults who have heartburn at least once a week report experiencing symptoms overnight?
How many US adults who have...
12/22/2021
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Quiz
Preventing Symptoms of Heartburn
12/22/2021
Maria Asimopoulos
True or False: Eating more food can help reduce heartburn symptoms.
True or False: Eating more food can help reduce heartburn symptoms.
True or False: Eating more food...
12/22/2021
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Proton Pump Inhibitors May Reduce Severity of Gum Disease
11/08/2021
Jolynn Tumolo
“Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) are commonly prescribed for the management of acid-related gastrointestinal disorders,” researchers explained. “PPIs could potentially be used in combination with other periodontal treatments."
“Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) are commonly prescribed for the management of acid-related gastrointestinal disorders,” researchers explained. “PPIs could potentially be used in combination with other periodontal treatments."
“Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs)...
11/08/2021
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Identifying Active Ingredients for Treating Heartburn
10/16/2021
Maria Asimopoulos
What kind of active ingredient is famotidine?
What kind of active ingredient is famotidine?
What kind of active ingredient...
10/16/2021
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Vonoprazan vs Esomeprazole for Treating Symptomatic Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease
11/14/2022
Maria Asimopoulos
Investigators compared the efficacy and safety of vonoprazan and esomeprazole in patients with gastroesophageal reflux disease who responded only partially to proton pump inhibitors.
Investigators compared the efficacy and safety of vonoprazan and esomeprazole in patients with gastroesophageal reflux disease who responded only partially to proton pump inhibitors.
Investigators compared the...
11/14/2022
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News
Adding Dopamine Antagonist to PPI Therapy for GERD
10/18/2022
Jolynn Tumolo
“Although PPIs are first-line medications for GERD, up to one-third of patients do not experience symptom relief after an 8-week course of PPI therapy," researchers said.
“Although PPIs are first-line medications for GERD, up to one-third of patients do not experience symptom relief after an 8-week course of PPI therapy," researchers said.
“Although PPIs are first-line...
10/18/2022
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News
Vonoprazan vs PPIs for Treating Heartburn in Patients With Erosive Esophagitis
09/13/2022
Maria Asimopoulos
In a systematic review and meta-analysis, researchers compared the efficacy of vonoprazan and proton pump inhibitors for resolving heartburn in patients with erosive esophagitis.
In a systematic review and meta-analysis, researchers compared the efficacy of vonoprazan and proton pump inhibitors for resolving heartburn in patients with erosive esophagitis.
In a systematic review and...
09/13/2022
Pharmacy Learning Network
News
Heartburn Center Successfully Centralizes Care in a Community Setting
12/22/2021
Jolynn Tumolo
Integrating a comprehensive heartburn center in a community setting was commercially viable and boosted patient satisfaction, according to recent findings.
Integrating a comprehensive heartburn center in a community setting was commercially viable and boosted patient satisfaction, according to recent findings.
Integrating a comprehensive...
12/22/2021
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News
Proton Pump Inhibitors May Reduce Severity of Gum Disease
11/08/2021
Jolynn Tumolo
“Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) are commonly prescribed for the management of acid-related gastrointestinal disorders,” researchers explained. “PPIs could potentially be used in combination with other periodontal treatments."
“Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) are commonly prescribed for the management of acid-related gastrointestinal disorders,” researchers explained. “PPIs could potentially be used in combination with other periodontal treatments."
“Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs)...
11/08/2021
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Research Identifies OTC Meds Commonly Involved in Drug-Drug Interactions
10/08/2021
Jolynn Tumolo
“The most significant finding,” Dr Oliver wrote, “was the lack of high-quality evidence for commonly acknowledged interactions. High-quality interaction studies involving different phenotypes in drug metabolism (cytochrome P450) and...
“The most significant finding,” Dr Oliver wrote, “was the lack of high-quality evidence for commonly acknowledged interactions. High-quality interaction studies involving different phenotypes in drug metabolism (cytochrome P450) and...
“The most significant finding,”...
10/08/2021
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Pharmacist Intervention Improved PPI Use Among Patients With Heartburn, Other Acid-related Disorders
09/23/2021
Jolynn Tumolo
“In a busy inpatient setting, we developed a feasible way to assess PPI therapy, deimplement nonguideline-concordant PPI use, and provide follow-up to assess any unintended consequences,” explained researchers.
“In a busy inpatient setting, we developed a feasible way to assess PPI therapy, deimplement nonguideline-concordant PPI use, and provide follow-up to assess any unintended consequences,” explained researchers.
“In a busy inpatient setting, we...
09/23/2021
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Prescription-Strength Heartburn Drug Recalled
11/13/2020
A Class II recall is active for a prescription proton-pump inhibitor that treats stomach ulcers, gastroesophageal reflux disease, and high levels of stomach acid.
A Class II recall is active for a prescription proton-pump inhibitor that treats stomach ulcers, gastroesophageal reflux disease, and high levels of stomach acid.
A Class II recall is active for...
11/13/2020
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OTC Heartburn Medication Recalled
12/13/2019
Sanofi-Aventis US issued a precautionary, voluntarily recall of all over-the-counter Zantac (ranitidine) products because of possible contamination with NDMA.
Sanofi-Aventis US issued a precautionary, voluntarily recall of all over-the-counter Zantac (ranitidine) products because of possible contamination with NDMA.
Sanofi-Aventis US issued a...
12/13/2019
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Heartburn Drug Recalled
11/08/2019
The FDA is recalling nearly 70,000 bottles of an antacid and antihistamine used to treat heartburn, stomach ulcers, and gastroesophageal reflux disease.
The FDA is recalling nearly 70,000 bottles of an antacid and antihistamine used to treat heartburn, stomach ulcers, and gastroesophageal reflux disease.
The FDA is recalling nearly...
11/08/2019
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Recall for Prescription Toothpaste
09/19/2024
A label mix-up has prompted Elevate Oral Care to recall a lot of Just Right 5000 toothpaste.
A label mix-up has prompted Elevate Oral Care to recall a lot of Just Right 5000 toothpaste.
A label mix-up has prompted...
09/19/2024
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Skin Cream Recalled for Microbial Contamination
09/19/2024
Prequel Skin is recalling more than 30 000 tubes of Barrier Therapy Skin Protectant Cream because of microbial contamination.
Prequel Skin is recalling more than 30 000 tubes of Barrier Therapy Skin Protectant Cream because of microbial contamination.
Prequel Skin is recalling more...
09/19/2024
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Revolutionary Cell Therapy May Eliminate Need for Immunosuppressants in Liver Transplant Recipients
09/16/2024
Donor immune cells may reduce or eliminate the need for immunosuppressants in liver transplant recipients, potentially revolutionizing post-transplant care, according to a study published in Science Translational Medicine.
Donor immune cells may reduce or eliminate the need for immunosuppressants in liver transplant recipients, potentially revolutionizing post-transplant care, according to a study published in Science Translational Medicine.
Donor immune cells may reduce or...
09/16/2024
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Recall for Tablets Distributed in 2 States
09/13/2024
Preferred Pharmaceuticals Inc. is recalling 266 bottles of ibuprofen tablets distributed in California and Nevada, according to the September 4, 2024, US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Enforcement Report. The affected tablets failed to...
Preferred Pharmaceuticals Inc. is recalling 266 bottles of ibuprofen tablets distributed in California and Nevada, according to the September 4, 2024, US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Enforcement Report. The affected tablets failed to...
Preferred Pharmaceuticals Inc....
09/13/2024
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Impurity Prompts Tablet Recall
09/13/2024
Dr Reddy’s Laboratories Inc. is recalling 150 040 bottles of IBU (ibuprofen) tablets because of an unknown impurity. According to the September 4, 2024, US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Enforcement Report, testing revealed impurity...
Dr Reddy’s Laboratories Inc. is recalling 150 040 bottles of IBU (ibuprofen) tablets because of an unknown impurity. According to the September 4, 2024, US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Enforcement Report, testing revealed impurity...
Dr Reddy’s Laboratories Inc. is...
09/13/2024
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Drug Recalled for Failing Dissolution Testing
09/13/2024
Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Inc. USA is recalling 2404 bottles of indomethacin extended-release capsules distributed throughout the United States by Taro Pharmaceuticals USA, Hawthorne, New York. According to the September 4, 2024, US Food and...
Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Inc. USA is recalling 2404 bottles of indomethacin extended-release capsules distributed throughout the United States by Taro Pharmaceuticals USA, Hawthorne, New York. According to the September 4, 2024, US Food and...
Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Inc....
09/13/2024
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Comprehensive Review Reveals Substantial Burden of Respiratory Syncytial Virus in Adults Worldwide
09/10/2024
Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) poses a significant health risk, particularly for older adults and those with underlying health conditions, according to a study published in The Journal of Infectious Diseases.
Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) poses a significant health risk, particularly for older adults and those with underlying health conditions, according to a study published in The Journal of Infectious Diseases.
Respiratory syncytial virus...
09/10/2024
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Class I Recall for Intravenous Solution
08/28/2024
B. Braun Medical Inc. is recalling over 60 000 containers of 0.9% sodium chloride injection for the potential presence of particulate matter and fluid leakage.
B. Braun Medical Inc. is recalling over 60 000 containers of 0.9% sodium chloride injection for the potential presence of particulate matter and fluid leakage.
B. Braun Medical Inc. is...
08/28/2024
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Label Mix-Up Prompts Class I Recall for Injection
08/28/2024
Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA Inc. is recalling over 30 000 bags of acetaminophen injection after a bag labeled dexmedetomidine HCl injection was found inside an overwrap labeled acetaminophen injection.
Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA Inc. is recalling over 30 000 bags of acetaminophen injection after a bag labeled dexmedetomidine HCl injection was found inside an overwrap labeled acetaminophen injection.
Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA Inc....
08/28/2024
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OTC Migraine Relief Tablets Under Class I Recall
08/28/2024
Aurobindo Pharma USA Inc., on behalf of AuroHealth, is recalling bottles of Healthy Living migraine relief tablets because bottles sold through Amazon are missing the manufacturer’s label, including drug fact information.
Aurobindo Pharma USA Inc., on behalf of AuroHealth, is recalling bottles of Healthy Living migraine relief tablets because bottles sold through Amazon are missing the manufacturer’s label, including drug fact information.
Aurobindo Pharma USA Inc., on...
08/28/2024
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Quiz
Recommended Dosage of an H2 Blocker for Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease
11/18/2022
Maria Asimopoulos
What is the recommended dosage of famotidine for patients with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) who weigh at least 40 kg?
What is the recommended dosage of famotidine for patients with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) who weigh at least 40 kg?
What is the recommended dosage...
11/18/2022
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Quiz
Identifying Preferred H2 Blocker for Treating GERD in Breastfeeding Patients
09/26/2022
Maria Asimopoulos
Which histamine H2-receptor antagonist is considered the preferred option for managing heartburn in patients who are lactating?
Which histamine H2-receptor antagonist is considered the preferred option for managing heartburn in patients who are lactating?
Which histamine H2-receptor...
09/26/2022
Pharmacy Learning Network
Quiz
Understanding Overnight Symptoms of Heartburn
12/22/2021
Maria Asimopoulos
How many US adults who have heartburn at least once a week report experiencing symptoms overnight?
How many US adults who have heartburn at least once a week report experiencing symptoms overnight?
How many US adults who have...
12/22/2021
Pharmacy Learning Network
Quiz
Preventing Symptoms of Heartburn
12/22/2021
Maria Asimopoulos
True or False: Eating more food can help reduce heartburn symptoms.
True or False: Eating more food can help reduce heartburn symptoms.
True or False: Eating more food...
12/22/2021
Pharmacy Learning Network
Quiz
Identifying Active Ingredients for Treating Heartburn
10/16/2021
Maria Asimopoulos
What kind of active ingredient is famotidine?
What kind of active ingredient is famotidine?
What kind of active ingredient...
10/16/2021
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Overnight Remedies for Heartburn
10/16/2021
Maria Asimopoulos
True or False: Antacids and H2 blockers both provide stomach acid control through the night.
True or False: Antacids and H2 blockers both provide stomach acid control through the night.
True or False: Antacids and H2...
10/16/2021
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How to Relieve Heartburn
10/07/2021
Maria Asimopoulos
Can you identify remedies for heartburn from the following list?
Can you identify remedies for heartburn from the following list?
Can you identify remedies for...
10/07/2021
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Discerning Causes of Heartburn
10/07/2021
Maria Asimopoulos
True or False: Increased pressure on your abdomen from pregnancy can trigger symptoms of heartburn.
True or False: Increased pressure on your abdomen from pregnancy can trigger symptoms of heartburn.
True or False: Increased...
10/07/2021
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Identifying Heartburn Myths
10/07/2021
Maria Asimopoulos
Which of the following does not help to alleviate heartburn?
Which of the following does not help to alleviate heartburn?
Which of the following does not...
10/07/2021
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Distinguishing Between Active Ingredients in Heartburn Treatments
09/09/2021
Maria Asimopoulos
True or False: The active ingredient in an H2 blocker is esomeprazole/omeprazole.
True or False: The active ingredient in an H2 blocker is esomeprazole/omeprazole.
True or False: The active...
09/09/2021
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Post-Treatment Alzheimer Disease Progression
09/18/2024
True or False: Amyloid plaque levels begin to rise again within 1 year of donanemab treatment.
True or False: Amyloid plaque levels begin to rise again within 1 year of donanemab treatment.
True or False: Amyloid plaque...
09/18/2024
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Anti-Amyloid Drugs for Treating Alzheimer Disease
09/12/2024
Quiz: According to findings from the Phase III TRAILBLAZER-ALZ 2 study, upon which the FDA approval of donanemab is based, what percentage of patients were able to discontinue the drug within a year?
Quiz: According to findings from the Phase III TRAILBLAZER-ALZ 2 study, upon which the FDA approval of donanemab is based, what percentage of patients were able to discontinue the drug within a year?
Quiz: According to findings from...
09/12/2024
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Alzheimer Disease Treatment Breakthroughs
08/27/2024
True or False: Lecanemab is the first Alzheimer's drug to successfully affect the course of the disease in phase 3 trials and receive full FDA approval.
True or False: Lecanemab is the first Alzheimer's drug to successfully affect the course of the disease in phase 3 trials and receive full FDA approval.
True or False: Lecanemab is the...
08/27/2024
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Adverse Infusion Reactions During Alzheimer Disease Treatment
08/20/2024
True or False: Some patients treated with Lecanemab may experience an adverse infusion reaction.
True or False: Some patients treated with Lecanemab may experience an adverse infusion reaction.
True or False: Some patients...
08/20/2024
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Evaluating Alzheimer's Disease-Related Amyloid Accumulation
08/19/2024
True or False: Studies researching anti-amyloid therapies for Alzheimer's disease found that amyloid in the brain of a patient with even mild cognitive impairment may have been accumulating for up to 20 years before evaluation.
True or False: Studies researching anti-amyloid therapies for Alzheimer's disease found that amyloid in the brain of a patient with even mild cognitive impairment may have been accumulating for up to 20 years before evaluation.
True or False: Studies...
08/19/2024
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Quiz
Emerging RSV Detection Methods
07/23/2024
True or False: Georgia State University researchers have developed reporter structures that emit light when potential antiviral agents inhibit RSV genes in cells used for drug screening assays.
True or False: Georgia State University researchers have developed reporter structures that emit light when potential antiviral agents inhibit RSV genes in cells used for drug screening assays.
True or False: Georgia State...
07/23/2024
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Quiz
RSV Vaccination and Guillain-Barré Syndrome Risk
06/24/2024
True or False: Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) vaccine use in US older adults showed higher-than-expected rates of Guillain-Barré syndrome after RSV vaccination compared with after COVID-19 vaccination.
True or False: Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) vaccine use in US older adults showed higher-than-expected rates of Guillain-Barré syndrome after RSV vaccination compared with after COVID-19 vaccination.
True or False: Respiratory...
06/24/2024
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Quiz
Legal Repercussions of Emergency Contraception Denial
04/22/2024
True or False: The Minnesota Court of Appeals ruled that a pharmacist’s refusal to fill a woman’s prescription for emergency contraception based on personal beliefs does not constitute illegal sex discrimination under the Minnesota Human...
True or False: The Minnesota Court of Appeals ruled that a pharmacist’s refusal to fill a woman’s prescription for emergency contraception based on personal beliefs does not constitute illegal sex discrimination under the Minnesota Human...
True or False: The Minnesota...
04/22/2024
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Illicit Drug Potency
03/28/2024
True or False: Fentanyl is a synthetic opioid that is 50 times more potent than other well-known illicit drugs, such as heroin.
True or False: Fentanyl is a synthetic opioid that is 50 times more potent than other well-known illicit drugs, such as heroin.
True or False: Fentanyl is a...
03/28/2024
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Quiz
Daily Pregnancy Calcium Recommendations
03/21/2024
How much daily calcium supplementation is recommended to reduce the risk of preeclampsia?
How much daily calcium supplementation is recommended to reduce the risk of preeclampsia?
How much daily calcium...
03/21/2024
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