There are over 6.7 billion prescriptions and 23,000 pharmacologic agents used annually by patients in the United States. This presentation will examine the most commonly prescribed medications in the country, focusing on their clinical use, key monitoring parameters, adverse effects, and cost. Emphasis is placed on agents used to manage major health conditions, including cardiovascular diseases, pain, as well as endocrine, psychiatric, and respiratory disorders. The attendee will also review dosing, side effects, and evidence-based strategies to support optimal prescribing practices.
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