Fri, 27 Mar 2026 11:35:41 +0000 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2241401 en-gb © 2026 PharmaBuddy's Podcast yes 71c98dd2-ef43-584b-940b-b969aa5d7e54 PharmaBuddy episodic false Pharmabuddy.ie is an online resource for Irish pharmacists with over 4,500 pharmacist members. It was founded by Dr. Paul Ryan, GP & pharmacist, in 2016.

Pharmabuddy.ie provides a pharmacist only discussion forum, a communications section, a classifieds section, an educational section & more.

]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) PharmaBuddy https://storage.buzzsprout.com/e9zk6vlx5y8bxj0trkqeiy2p72j2?.jpg Chronic Kidney Disease, ACE & SGLT2 Inhibitors In this podcast on chronic kidney disease, Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the introduction of both ACE & SGLT2 inhibitors in patients with raised A:C ratios.

]]> In this podcast on chronic kidney disease, Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the introduction of both ACE & SGLT2 inhibitors in patients with raised A:C ratios.

]]> PharmaBuddy Buzzsprout-18917053 Fri, 27 Mar 2026 11:00:00 +0000 1139 full false Duration of Antibiotics is Now 5 Days Dr Paul Ryan will discuss why now the duration of antibiotics is 5 days rather than 7 days in treating common conditions seen in Primary Care. 

]]> Dr Paul Ryan will discuss why now the duration of antibiotics is 5 days rather than 7 days in treating common conditions seen in Primary Care. 

]]> PharmaBuddy Buzzsprout-18027480 Fri, 17 Oct 2025 12:00:00 +0100 652 full false Asthma, Formoterol Budesonide Inhalers, AIR and MART Dr Paul Ryan will discuss Formoterol Budesonide dry powder inhalers and which inhalers are currently available. He will discuss why the maximum dose is 12 puffs once daily. He will also discuss anti-inflammatory reliever therapy & MART therapy & stepping up and stepping down treatment. Finally, he will discuss the risk of osteoporosis after repeated courses of oral steroids.

]]> Dr Paul Ryan will discuss Formoterol Budesonide dry powder inhalers and which inhalers are currently available. He will discuss why the maximum dose is 12 puffs once daily. He will also discuss anti-inflammatory reliever therapy & MART therapy & stepping up and stepping down treatment. Finally, he will discuss the risk of osteoporosis after repeated courses of oral steroids.

]]> PharmaBuddy Buzzsprout-17339324 Mon, 14 Jul 2025 09:00:00 +0100 679 full false Asthma, Montelukast and Tiotropium Mist Inhaler Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the role of Montelukast and Tiotropium Mist Inhaler in the management of asthma.

]]> Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the role of Montelukast and Tiotropium Mist Inhaler in the management of asthma.

]]> PharmaBuddy Buzzsprout-17307771 Mon, 07 Jul 2025 09:00:00 +0100 393 full false Asthma, Management in Children Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the management of asthma in children as per the NICE, SIGN & BTS guidelines. He will also discuss the use of a spacer inhaler and the risk of inhaled steroids affecting growth in children. Finally, he will discuss the children who are likely to grow out of asthma and the MART action plan. 

]]> Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the management of asthma in children as per the NICE, SIGN & BTS guidelines. He will also discuss the use of a spacer inhaler and the risk of inhaled steroids affecting growth in children. Finally, he will discuss the children who are likely to grow out of asthma and the MART action plan. 

]]> PharmaBuddy Buzzsprout-17306223 Mon, 30 Jun 2025 16:00:00 +0100 705 full false Influenza in Children & Importance of Vaccination Dr Paul Ryan will discuss influenza in children & the importance of vaccinating children against influenza. He will also discuss the live attenuated vaccine and the side effects. 

]]> Dr Paul Ryan will discuss influenza in children & the importance of vaccinating children against influenza. He will also discuss the live attenuated vaccine and the side effects. 

]]> PharmaBuddy Buzzsprout-17060004 Mon, 30 Jun 2025 16:00:00 +0100 411 full false Influenza, Efficacy of Vaccination Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the efficacy of the influenza vaccination. He will also discuss antigenic drift versus antigenic shift. Finally, he will discuss the recommended groups for vaccination. 

]]> Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the efficacy of the influenza vaccination. He will also discuss antigenic drift versus antigenic shift. Finally, he will discuss the recommended groups for vaccination. 

]]> PharmaBuddy Buzzsprout-17059990 Mon, 30 Jun 2025 16:00:00 +0100 617 full false Influenza, Transmission & Asymptomatic Spread Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the transmission of influenza, the asymptomatic spread of influenza and the affects of influenza. He will also discuss the difference between non-severe and severe influenza. 

]]> Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the transmission of influenza, the asymptomatic spread of influenza and the affects of influenza. He will also discuss the difference between non-severe and severe influenza. 

]]> PharmaBuddy Buzzsprout-17059980 Mon, 30 Jun 2025 16:00:00 +0100 327 full false Influenza, Different Types of Influenza Viruses Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the different types of influenza viruses and also how to differentiate between influenza, common cold & Covid-19. He will also discuss why rather than calling it 'flu season', it should be referred to as 'the majority of the year flu season'. 

]]> Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the different types of influenza viruses and also how to differentiate between influenza, common cold & Covid-19. He will also discuss why rather than calling it 'flu season', it should be referred to as 'the majority of the year flu season'. 

]]> PharmaBuddy Buzzsprout-17059972 Mon, 30 Jun 2025 16:00:00 +0100 391 full false Asthma, Management in 2025 Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the management of asthma in adults in 2025. He will discuss the use of anti-inflammatory medication rather than salbutamol and he will also discuss MART therapy.

]]> Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the management of asthma in adults in 2025. He will discuss the use of anti-inflammatory medication rather than salbutamol and he will also discuss MART therapy.

]]> PharmaBuddy Buzzsprout-17306055 Mon, 30 Jun 2025 09:00:00 +0100 625 full false Acute Bronchitis, Symptoms, Exam Findings & Differential Diagnosis  Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the history, symptoms & exam findings in acute bronchitis. He will also discuss the differential diagnosis & management of bronchitis. Finally, he will discuss why cough can last up to 3-4 weeks in acute bronchitis. 

]]>  Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the history, symptoms & exam findings in acute bronchitis. He will also discuss the differential diagnosis & management of bronchitis. Finally, he will discuss why cough can last up to 3-4 weeks in acute bronchitis. 

]]> PharmaBuddy Buzzsprout-17059958 Thu, 26 Jun 2025 09:00:00 +0100 563 full false Asthma, Diagnosis & History Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the diagnosis of asthma in both adults & children in 2025, including the history. He will also discuss the objective test to be done and a reminder that asthma diagnosis is made by a combination of both the suggested history and an objective test. 

]]> Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the diagnosis of asthma in both adults & children in 2025, including the history. He will also discuss the objective test to be done and a reminder that asthma diagnosis is made by a combination of both the suggested history and an objective test. 

]]> PharmaBuddy Buzzsprout-17305892 Thu, 19 Jun 2025 09:00:00 +0100 1045 full false Acute Cough in Children Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the frequency of respiratory tract infections in children and the management of acute cough in children. He will also discuss the respiratory tract infection leaflet available on antibioticprescribing.ie. 

]]> Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the frequency of respiratory tract infections in children and the management of acute cough in children. He will also discuss the respiratory tract infection leaflet available on antibioticprescribing.ie. 

]]> PharmaBuddy Buzzsprout-17059948 Thu, 12 Jun 2025 09:00:00 +0100 271 full false Anticholinergic Medication Adverse Effects Dr Paul Ryan will discuss anticholinergic medication adverse effects, which include:

• Reduced cognition and the risk of dementia
• Major adverse cardiac events

 

]]> Dr Paul Ryan will discuss anticholinergic medication adverse effects, which include:

• Reduced cognition and the risk of dementia
• Major adverse cardiac events

 

]]> PharmaBuddy Buzzsprout-17305738 Mon, 09 Jun 2025 15:00:00 +0100 952 full false Bronchiolitis, Causes, Symptoms & Differential Diagnosis Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the causes & symptoms of Bronchiolitis. He will also discuss the differential diagnosis of bronchiolitis, the risk factors for more severe bronchiolitis and when hospital referral is required. 

]]> Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the causes & symptoms of Bronchiolitis. He will also discuss the differential diagnosis of bronchiolitis, the risk factors for more severe bronchiolitis and when hospital referral is required. 

]]> PharmaBuddy Buzzsprout-17059941 Thu, 29 May 2025 09:00:00 +0100 370 full false Community Acquired Pneumonia in Children Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the following with regard to community acquired pneumonia in children:

• Majority of pneumonia in children are caused by viruses
• Absence of Tachypnea makes pneumonia unlikely in children
• Distinguish between bacterial & viral pneumonia and the risk factors associated with bacterial pneumonia
• Management of child who does not require hospitalisation
• Indication for hospitalisation referral in both children < 1 year of age & > 1 year of age

 

]]> Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the following with regard to community acquired pneumonia in children:

• Majority of pneumonia in children are caused by viruses
• Absence of Tachypnea makes pneumonia unlikely in children
• Distinguish between bacterial & viral pneumonia and the risk factors associated with bacterial pneumonia
• Management of child who does not require hospitalisation
• Indication for hospitalisation referral in both children < 1 year of age & > 1 year of age

 

]]> PharmaBuddy Buzzsprout-17059929 Thu, 15 May 2025 09:00:00 +0100 415 full false Community Acquired Pneumonia in Adults Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the definition, the assessment of severity and the management of community acquired pneumonia in adults. 

]]> Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the definition, the assessment of severity and the management of community acquired pneumonia in adults. 

]]> PharmaBuddy Buzzsprout-17059913 Thu, 01 May 2025 09:00:00 +0100 278 full false Infantile Colic Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the initial assessment, diagnosis, management & treatment of Infantile Colic. 

]]> Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the initial assessment, diagnosis, management & treatment of Infantile Colic. 

]]> PharmaBuddy Buzzsprout-16090511 Thu, 24 Apr 2025 19:00:00 +0100 692 full false Why NSAIDs Decrease the Efficacy of Aspirin Dr Paul Ryan will discuss how NSAIDs decrease the efficacy of Aspirin and increase the cardiovascular and bleeding risk

]]> Dr Paul Ryan will discuss how NSAIDs decrease the efficacy of Aspirin and increase the cardiovascular and bleeding risk

]]> PharmaBuddy Buzzsprout-16090485 Thu, 24 Apr 2025 19:00:00 +0100 571 full false GORD in Infants, Introduction to Solid Foods Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the introduction to solid foods in babies with GORD, red flags associated with GORD & risk factors for GORD.

]]> Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the introduction to solid foods in babies with GORD, red flags associated with GORD & risk factors for GORD.

]]> PharmaBuddy Buzzsprout-16087478 Thu, 24 Apr 2025 19:00:00 +0100 412 full false GORD in Infants, General Management Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the general management of GORD in both breastfed and bottle-fed babies, along with the pharmacological therapy used to manage GORD.

]]> Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the general management of GORD in both breastfed and bottle-fed babies, along with the pharmacological therapy used to manage GORD.

]]> PharmaBuddy Buzzsprout-16087411 Thu, 24 Apr 2025 19:00:00 +0100 500 full false GORD in Infants, Diagnosis & Prevalence Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the difference between Gastro-Oesophageal Reflux and Gastro-Oesophageal Reflux Disease, the prevalence of regurgitation of food in infants, and the diagnosis of GORD.

]]> Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the difference between Gastro-Oesophageal Reflux and Gastro-Oesophageal Reflux Disease, the prevalence of regurgitation of food in infants, and the diagnosis of GORD.

]]> PharmaBuddy Buzzsprout-16087292 Thu, 24 Apr 2025 19:00:00 +0100 381 full false Hypertension, Lifestyle Interventions & Importance of Exercise and Salt Reduction Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the role of life interventions in those patients with hypertension. He will also discuss the role of exercise and the importance of salt reduction in patients with hypertension.

]]> Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the role of life interventions in those patients with hypertension. He will also discuss the role of exercise and the importance of salt reduction in patients with hypertension.

]]> PharmaBuddy Buzzsprout-16087163 Thu, 24 Apr 2025 17:00:00 +0100 484 full false Reviewing NOACS, NSAIDs, Topical Corticosteroids, Anticholinergics & Gabapentinoids on Regular Prescription Dr Paul Ryan will discuss how we can reduce medication related harm in patients over 65 years of age.

]]> Dr Paul Ryan will discuss how we can reduce medication related harm in patients over 65 years of age.

]]> PharmaBuddy Buzzsprout-16087052 Wed, 23 Apr 2025 09:00:00 +0100 2287 full false Gout, Diagnosis & Acute Treatment Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the diagnosis of Gout, acute treatment, prophylactic treatment and treatment with particular anti-hypertensives.

]]> Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the diagnosis of Gout, acute treatment, prophylactic treatment and treatment with particular anti-hypertensives.

]]> PharmaBuddy Buzzsprout-16086905 Wed, 09 Apr 2025 09:00:00 +0100 897 full false VTE Risk with Combined Hormonal Contraception Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the VTE risk with combined hormonal contraception.

]]> Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the VTE risk with combined hormonal contraception.

]]> PharmaBuddy Buzzsprout-16086843 Wed, 26 Mar 2025 09:00:00 +0000 354 full false COPD, NICE Guidelines & COPD Exacerbations Dr Paul Ryan will discuss NICE guidelines 2019 and combine these with the GOLD guidelines to make them practical for use in primary care. He will also discuss COPD exacerbations.

]]> Dr Paul Ryan will discuss NICE guidelines 2019 and combine these with the GOLD guidelines to make them practical for use in primary care. He will also discuss COPD exacerbations.

]]> PharmaBuddy Buzzsprout-16086790 Wed, 12 Mar 2025 09:00:00 +0000 565 full false COPD, CV Risk with LAMA, ACOS & Triple Therapy Dr Paul Ryan will discuss CV risk with LAMA, ACOS & evidence for triple therapy.

]]> Dr Paul Ryan will discuss CV risk with LAMA, ACOS & evidence for triple therapy.

]]> PharmaBuddy Buzzsprout-16086744 Wed, 26 Feb 2025 09:00:00 +0000 555 full false COPD, Memory Aid for COPD Inhalers Dr Paul Ryan will discuss a memory aid used to help remember the different inhalers used in COPD treatment.

]]> Dr Paul Ryan will discuss a memory aid used to help remember the different inhalers used in COPD treatment.

]]> PharmaBuddy Buzzsprout-16086698 Wed, 12 Feb 2025 09:00:00 +0000 588 full false COPD, Inhaler Preference Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the patients ability and preference regarding inhalers.

]]> Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the patients ability and preference regarding inhalers.

]]> PharmaBuddy Buzzsprout-16086612 Wed, 29 Jan 2025 09:00:00 +0000 241 full false COPD, Management of Stable COPD Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the management of stable COPD, the pyramid of value on the treatment of COPD and the 2019 ABCD GOLD treatment algorithm for COPD.

]]> Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the management of stable COPD, the pyramid of value on the treatment of COPD and the 2019 ABCD GOLD treatment algorithm for COPD.

]]> PharmaBuddy Buzzsprout-16086552 Wed, 15 Jan 2025 09:00:00 +0000 441 full false COPD, Definition, ABCD GOLD Classification & CAT Score Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the definition of COPD, the ABCD Gold classifcation and the asssessment for COPD.

]]> Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the definition of COPD, the ABCD Gold classifcation and the asssessment for COPD.

]]> PharmaBuddy Buzzsprout-16086486 Wed, 01 Jan 2025 09:00:00 +0000 395 full false Acne, Treatment During Pregnancy Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the treatment of acne during pregnancy, azelaic acid use in patients who are pregnant, and general skin care for all patients with acne.

]]> Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the treatment of acne during pregnancy, azelaic acid use in patients who are pregnant, and general skin care for all patients with acne.

]]> PharmaBuddy Buzzsprout-15651015 Wed, 18 Dec 2024 09:00:00 +0000 219 full false Acne, Oral Therapy Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the use of oral therapies in treating acne including, oral antibiotics, hormonal treatment & isotretinoin. 

]]> Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the use of oral therapies in treating acne including, oral antibiotics, hormonal treatment & isotretinoin. 

]]> PharmaBuddy Buzzsprout-15619693 Wed, 04 Dec 2024 09:00:00 +0000 572 full false Acne, Topical Treatments Dr Paul Ryan will discuss topical treatments for acne including, benzoyl peroxide, retinoids, topical antibiotics & azelaic acid.

]]> Dr Paul Ryan will discuss topical treatments for acne including, benzoyl peroxide, retinoids, topical antibiotics & azelaic acid.

]]> PharmaBuddy Buzzsprout-15650653 Wed, 20 Nov 2024 09:00:00 +0000 786 full false Acne, Different Types & Exacerbating Factors Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the different types of acne & the exacerbating factors for acne.

]]> Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the different types of acne & the exacerbating factors for acne.

]]> PharmaBuddy Buzzsprout-15619517 Wed, 06 Nov 2024 09:00:00 +0000 424 full false Acne, Prevalence, Pilosebaceous Unit and Pathogenic Processes Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the prevalence of acne, the pilosebaceous unit & the four Key pathological processes involved in acne.

]]> Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the prevalence of acne, the pilosebaceous unit & the four Key pathological processes involved in acne.

]]> PharmaBuddy Buzzsprout-15605338 Wed, 23 Oct 2024 09:00:00 +0100 526 full false Rosacea, Treatment of Flushing, Erythema & Telangiectasia Dr Paul Ryan will discuss Rosacea and  the treatment of flushing, erythema & telangiectasia.

]]> Dr Paul Ryan will discuss Rosacea and  the treatment of flushing, erythema & telangiectasia.

]]> PharmaBuddy Buzzsprout-15415280 Wed, 09 Oct 2024 09:00:00 +0100 420 full false Rosacea, Cochrane Review & Treatment of Papules, Pustules & Nodules Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the Cochrane Review 2015, NICE CKS 2021, and the treatment of papules, pustules & nodules.

]]> Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the Cochrane Review 2015, NICE CKS 2021, and the treatment of papules, pustules & nodules.

]]> PharmaBuddy Buzzsprout-15415265 Wed, 25 Sep 2024 09:00:00 +0100 560 full false Chronic Kidney Disease, Referring to Nephrology Dr Paul Ryan will discuss when patients with chronic kidney disease should be referred to nephrology. He will also do a recap on his previous podcasts on CKD.

]]> Dr Paul Ryan will discuss when patients with chronic kidney disease should be referred to nephrology. He will also do a recap on his previous podcasts on CKD.

]]> PharmaBuddy Buzzsprout-15288853 Thu, 19 Sep 2024 09:00:00 +0100 453 full false Rosacea, Classification & General Management Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the classification & the general management of Rosacea.

]]> Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the classification & the general management of Rosacea.

]]> PharmaBuddy Buzzsprout-15415255 Wed, 11 Sep 2024 09:00:00 +0100 471 full false Chronic Kidney Disease, Four Risks with Stage 3 CKD Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the four main risks associated with stage 3 CKD (eGFR 45-60 ml/min). These risks include cardiovascular disease, acute kidney injury, medication toxicity & progression.

]]> Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the four main risks associated with stage 3 CKD (eGFR 45-60 ml/min). These risks include cardiovascular disease, acute kidney injury, medication toxicity & progression.

]]> PharmaBuddy Buzzsprout-15288816 Thu, 05 Sep 2024 09:00:00 +0100 692 full false Rosacea, Diagnosis & Differential Diagnosis Dr Paul Ryan will discuss how Rosacea is diagnosed and the differential diagnosis of Rosacea.

]]> Dr Paul Ryan will discuss how Rosacea is diagnosed and the differential diagnosis of Rosacea.

]]> PharmaBuddy Buzzsprout-15415238 Wed, 28 Aug 2024 09:00:00 +0100 332 full false Rosacea, Ocular Involvement of Rosacea & Management of Ocular Symptoms Dr Paul Ryan will discuss ocular involvement of Rosacea, the management of ocular symptoms, Meibomian gland dysfunction & blepharitis.

]]> Dr Paul Ryan will discuss ocular involvement of Rosacea, the management of ocular symptoms, Meibomian gland dysfunction & blepharitis.

]]> PharmaBuddy Buzzsprout-15415223 Wed, 14 Aug 2024 09:00:00 +0100 352 full false Chronic Kidney Disease, Definition & is Low eGFR a Disease Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the definition of Chronic Kidney Disease and whether a low eGFR is a disease of itself or a risk factor for end-stage renal disease. He will also discuss what to do with an incidental finding of an eGFR of < 60 ml/min or an A:C ratio > 3.

]]> Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the definition of Chronic Kidney Disease and whether a low eGFR is a disease of itself or a risk factor for end-stage renal disease. He will also discuss what to do with an incidental finding of an eGFR of < 60 ml/min or an A:C ratio > 3.

]]> PharmaBuddy Buzzsprout-15268769 Thu, 08 Aug 2024 09:00:00 +0100 371 full false Rosacea, Clinical Exam, Centro Facial Erythema, Papules & Pustules and Rhinophyma Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the clinical examination of patients with Rosacea, centro facial erythema, papules & pustules and the management of Rhinophyma.

]]> Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the clinical examination of patients with Rosacea, centro facial erythema, papules & pustules and the management of Rhinophyma.

]]> PharmaBuddy Buzzsprout-15415199 Wed, 31 Jul 2024 09:00:00 +0100 297 full false Migraine in Adolescents, Migraine in Pregnancy and Migraine With Aura as a Risk Factor for Stroke Dr Paul Ryan will discuss migraine in adolescents, migraine in pregnancy & migraine with aura as a risk factor for stroke.

]]> Dr Paul Ryan will discuss migraine in adolescents, migraine in pregnancy & migraine with aura as a risk factor for stroke.

]]> PharmaBuddy Buzzsprout-15232311 Thu, 25 Jul 2024 09:00:00 +0100 270 full false Rosacea, Symptoms, History & Aggravating Factors Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the symptoms & history of Rosacea. He will also discuss the aggravating factors for Rosacea, as well as the medications that can cause flushing.

]]> Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the symptoms & history of Rosacea. He will also discuss the aggravating factors for Rosacea, as well as the medications that can cause flushing.

]]> PharmaBuddy Buzzsprout-15415181 Wed, 17 Jul 2024 09:00:00 +0100 463 full false Migraine, Prevention & Medication Overuse Headache In this podcast on migraine Dr Paul Ryan will discuss medication overuse headache & migraine prophylaxis treatments.

]]> In this podcast on migraine Dr Paul Ryan will discuss medication overuse headache & migraine prophylaxis treatments.

]]> PharmaBuddy Buzzsprout-15225882 Thu, 11 Jul 2024 09:00:00 +0100 721 full false Rosacea, Exacerbating Factors & Age of Onset Dr Paul Ryan will discuss UV light as an exacerbating factor for Rosacea, Demodex or hair follicle mite & the age of onset of Rosacea

]]> Dr Paul Ryan will discuss UV light as an exacerbating factor for Rosacea, Demodex or hair follicle mite & the age of onset of Rosacea

]]> PharmaBuddy Buzzsprout-15357904 Wed, 03 Jul 2024 19:00:00 +0100 401 full false Migraine, Role of Triptans Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the role of triptans in treating migraine. He will discuss the rule of using just one triptan per migraine attack and the role of triptans in menstrual migraine. He will also discuss the treatment options available when patients fail to respond to treatment with triptans.

]]> Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the role of triptans in treating migraine. He will discuss the rule of using just one triptan per migraine attack and the role of triptans in menstrual migraine. He will also discuss the treatment options available when patients fail to respond to treatment with triptans.

]]> PharmaBuddy Buzzsprout-15196733 Thu, 27 Jun 2024 09:00:00 +0100 513 full false Migraine, Acute Treatment Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the acute treatment of migraine and the role of aspirin & NSAIDs in this treatment. He will also discuss monotherapy and combination therapy. Finally, he will discuss how to treat patients with migraine & who are vomiting.

]]> Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the acute treatment of migraine and the role of aspirin & NSAIDs in this treatment. He will also discuss monotherapy and combination therapy. Finally, he will discuss how to treat patients with migraine & who are vomiting.

]]> PharmaBuddy Buzzsprout-15196665 Thu, 13 Jun 2024 09:00:00 +0100 431 full false Hypertension, Follow-up Target BP Readings Dr Paul Ryan will discuss, follow-up target BP readings in patients being treated for hypertension. He will also discuss the target BP for the majority of patients being < 140/90mmHg and how clinical HBPM & ABPM clinical readings can be used in follow-up.

]]> Dr Paul Ryan will discuss, follow-up target BP readings in patients being treated for hypertension. He will also discuss the target BP for the majority of patients being < 140/90mmHg and how clinical HBPM & ABPM clinical readings can be used in follow-up.

]]> PharmaBuddy Buzzsprout-15058131 Thu, 30 May 2024 09:00:00 +0100 300 full false Migraine, Diagnosis, Stages of a Migraine and Trigger Factors Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the diagnosis & stages of a migraine and also the trigger factors for migraine and how to reduce these factors.

]]> Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the diagnosis & stages of a migraine and also the trigger factors for migraine and how to reduce these factors.

]]> PharmaBuddy Buzzsprout-15129594 Wed, 29 May 2024 09:00:00 +0100 256 full false Hypertension, Stage 3 and Hypertension in Older Patients Dr Paul Ryan will discuss stage 3 hypertension and hypertension in patients 80 years of age and older.

]]> Dr Paul Ryan will discuss stage 3 hypertension and hypertension in patients 80 years of age and older.

]]> PharmaBuddy Buzzsprout-14848080 Thu, 16 May 2024 09:00:00 +0100 367 full false Eczema, The Role of Topical Tacrolimus Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the history of tacrolimus, the guidelines for use, and the advantages of using tacrolimus over topical corticosteroids. He will also discuss the adverse effects of using tacrolimus and how to overcome these effects.

]]> Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the history of tacrolimus, the guidelines for use, and the advantages of using tacrolimus over topical corticosteroids. He will also discuss the adverse effects of using tacrolimus and how to overcome these effects.

]]> PharmaBuddy Buzzsprout-15002486 Fri, 03 May 2024 13:00:00 +0100 399 full false Hypertension, Single, Dual & Triple Therapy Dr Paul Ryan will discuss initiating single-drug therapy & dual therapy at diagnosis. He will also discuss triple therapy for hypertension.

]]> Dr Paul Ryan will discuss initiating single-drug therapy & dual therapy at diagnosis. He will also discuss triple therapy for hypertension.

]]> PharmaBuddy Buzzsprout-14847944 Thu, 02 May 2024 09:00:00 +0100 239 full false Hypertension, Thiazide Diuretics, Alpha Blockers & Spironolactone Dr Paul Ryan will discuss thiazide diuretics, alpha blockers & spironolactone.

]]> Dr Paul Ryan will discuss thiazide diuretics, alpha blockers & spironolactone.

]]> PharmaBuddy Buzzsprout-14738434 Thu, 18 Apr 2024 09:00:00 +0100 422 full false Hypertension, RAAS Inhibitors & Calcium Channel Blockers Dr Paul Ryan will discuss two main pharmacological agents used to treat hypertension, RAAS inhibitors & calcium channel blockers.

]]> Dr Paul Ryan will discuss two main pharmacological agents used to treat hypertension, RAAS inhibitors & calcium channel blockers.

]]> PharmaBuddy Buzzsprout-14738368 Thu, 04 Apr 2024 09:00:00 +0100 520 full false Hypertension, Stage 1 and Stage 2 Dr Paul Ryan will discuss how hypertension is diagnosed and how Stage 1 and Stage 2 hypertension are defined. He will also discuss the management of both Stage 1 and Stage 2 hypertension.

]]> Dr Paul Ryan will discuss how hypertension is diagnosed and how Stage 1 and Stage 2 hypertension are defined. He will also discuss the management of both Stage 1 and Stage 2 hypertension.

]]> PharmaBuddy Buzzsprout-14632788 Thu, 21 Mar 2024 09:00:00 +0000 465 full false Hypertension, Next Steps After BP Reading Remains >140/90mmHg Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the next steps after repeat clinic BP reading remains >140/90mmHg  as per current NICE, ESC, ESH, ACC, and AHA guidelines including, ABPM monitoring, specific blood tests & urinary investigations. He will also discuss what specifically to look for on ECG.

]]> Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the next steps after repeat clinic BP reading remains >140/90mmHg  as per current NICE, ESC, ESH, ACC, and AHA guidelines including, ABPM monitoring, specific blood tests & urinary investigations. He will also discuss what specifically to look for on ECG.

]]> PharmaBuddy Buzzsprout-14537782 Thu, 07 Mar 2024 09:00:00 +0000 318 full false Travel Health, High Altitude Illness, Zika virus & Paediatric Travel Vaccines Dr Paul Ryan will discuss high altitude illness, zika virus, cholera, tick-borne encephalitis, Japanese encephalitis & paediatric travel vaccines.

]]> Dr Paul Ryan will discuss high altitude illness, zika virus, cholera, tick-borne encephalitis, Japanese encephalitis & paediatric travel vaccines.

]]> PharmaBuddy Buzzsprout-14376361 Thu, 22 Feb 2024 09:00:00 +0000 463 full false Travel Medicine, Yellow Fever, Hepatitis B, Rabies & Meningitis ACWY Dr Paul Ryan will discuss yellow fever, hepatitis B, rabies & meningitis ACWY.

]]> Dr Paul Ryan will discuss yellow fever, hepatitis B, rabies & meningitis ACWY.

]]> PharmaBuddy Buzzsprout-14372521 Thu, 08 Feb 2024 09:00:00 +0000 622 full false Travel Medicine, General Advice & Travel Vaccines Dr Paul Ryan will discuss general advice given to those travelling abroad, traveller's diarrhoea, mosquito avoidance, malaria prophylaxis & travel vaccines.

]]> Dr Paul Ryan will discuss general advice given to those travelling abroad, traveller's diarrhoea, mosquito avoidance, malaria prophylaxis & travel vaccines.

]]> PharmaBuddy Buzzsprout-14362794 Thu, 25 Jan 2024 09:00:00 +0000 697 full false Type 2 Diabetes, Sulphonylureas, Pioglitazones & Memory Aid Dr Paul Ryan will discuss sulphonylureas & pioglitazones. He will also discuss the follow-up with diabetic patients and a memory aid that can be used in deciding on appropriate treatment after metformin.

]]> Dr Paul Ryan will discuss sulphonylureas & pioglitazones. He will also discuss the follow-up with diabetic patients and a memory aid that can be used in deciding on appropriate treatment after metformin.

]]> PharmaBuddy Buzzsprout-14011877 Thu, 11 Jan 2024 09:00:00 +0000 655 full false Type 2 Diabetes, Oral Hypoglycaemics, SGLT2s & Incretin Based Therapies Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the use of oral hypoglycaemics & their effect on patients weight. He will also discuss SGLT2s, incretin-based therapies & current diabetes guidelines on cardiovascular outcomes.

]]> Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the use of oral hypoglycaemics & their effect on patients weight. He will also discuss SGLT2s, incretin-based therapies & current diabetes guidelines on cardiovascular outcomes.

]]> PharmaBuddy Buzzsprout-14010428 Thu, 28 Dec 2023 09:00:00 +0000 1174 full false Type 2 Diabetes, Hypoglycaemic Agents & HbA1c Targets Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the main classes of hypoglycaemic agents, their efficacy & tips for prescribing different agents. He will also discuss patients with raised BMI & established cardiovascular disease & HbA1c targets.

]]> Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the main classes of hypoglycaemic agents, their efficacy & tips for prescribing different agents. He will also discuss patients with raised BMI & established cardiovascular disease & HbA1c targets.

]]> PharmaBuddy Buzzsprout-13925922 Thu, 14 Dec 2023 09:00:00 +0000 694 full false Type 2 Diabetes, Definition, Diagnosis & Treatment with Metformin Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the definition & diagnosis of type 2 diabetes. He will also discuss at what HbA1c does treatment need to be started, why metformin is the first-line treatment & the side effects of Metformin.

]]> Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the definition & diagnosis of type 2 diabetes. He will also discuss at what HbA1c does treatment need to be started, why metformin is the first-line treatment & the side effects of Metformin.

]]> PharmaBuddy Buzzsprout-13836234 Thu, 30 Nov 2023 09:00:00 +0000 837 full false NNT Versus NNH for Antibiotics Dr Paul Ryan will discuss a number of Cochrane reviews published in the last few years that looked at the efficacy of antibiotics in common respiratory tract infections.

]]> Dr Paul Ryan will discuss a number of Cochrane reviews published in the last few years that looked at the efficacy of antibiotics in common respiratory tract infections.

]]> PharmaBuddy Buzzsprout-13771243 Thu, 16 Nov 2023 09:00:00 +0000 770 full false Delayed Antimicrobial Prescriptions Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the use of delayed back-up antimicrobial prescriptions which are used where there is clinical uncertainty as to whether the condition is self-limiting or is likely to deteriorate.

]]> Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the use of delayed back-up antimicrobial prescriptions which are used where there is clinical uncertainty as to whether the condition is self-limiting or is likely to deteriorate.

]]> PharmaBuddy Buzzsprout-13771237 Thu, 02 Nov 2023 09:00:00 +0000 1089 full false I Think I Need an Antibiotic Dr Paul Ryan will discuss how to approach a request for an antibiotic & how to put shared decision-making into practice regarding the prescribing of antibiotics. He will firstly discuss why antibiotics are prescribed.

]]> Dr Paul Ryan will discuss how to approach a request for an antibiotic & how to put shared decision-making into practice regarding the prescribing of antibiotics. He will firstly discuss why antibiotics are prescribed.

]]> PharmaBuddy Buzzsprout-13771229 Thu, 19 Oct 2023 09:00:00 +0100 1054 full false Chronic Heart Failure, Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF) Dr Paul Ryan will discuss heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF).

]]> Dr Paul Ryan will discuss heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF).

]]> PharmaBuddy Buzzsprout-13716980 Tue, 17 Oct 2023 09:00:00 +0100 198 full false Chronic Heart Failure, Role of SGLT2s Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the role of SGLT2s in chronic heart failure.

]]> Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the role of SGLT2s in chronic heart failure.

]]> PharmaBuddy Buzzsprout-13716967 Thu, 12 Oct 2023 09:00:00 +0100 434 full false Chronic Heart Failure, Role of ARNIs Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the role of ARNIs in patients with heart failure with reduced ejection fraction.

]]> Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the role of ARNIs in patients with heart failure with reduced ejection fraction.

]]> PharmaBuddy Buzzsprout-13716908 Tue, 10 Oct 2023 09:00:00 +0100 374 full false Chronic Heart Failure, Role of Diuretics Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the role of diuretics in chronic heart failure with reduced ejection fraction.

]]> Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the role of diuretics in chronic heart failure with reduced ejection fraction.

]]> PharmaBuddy Buzzsprout-13665181 Thu, 05 Oct 2023 09:00:00 +0100 590 full false Chronic Heart Failure, Role of Beta Blockers Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the role of beta blockers in patients with chronic heart failure, their mechanism of action & starting treatment with beta blockers.

]]> Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the role of beta blockers in patients with chronic heart failure, their mechanism of action & starting treatment with beta blockers.

]]> PharmaBuddy Buzzsprout-13665161 Tue, 03 Oct 2023 09:00:00 +0100 288 full false Chronic Heart Failure, ACE Inhibitors Dr Paul Ryan will discuss ACE inhibitors' mechanism of action, the practicalities of starting patients on ACE inhibitors & the four main adverse effects associated with ACE inhibitors.

]]> Dr Paul Ryan will discuss ACE inhibitors' mechanism of action, the practicalities of starting patients on ACE inhibitors & the four main adverse effects associated with ACE inhibitors.

]]> PharmaBuddy Buzzsprout-13665144 Fri, 29 Sep 2023 09:00:00 +0100 886 full false Chronic Heart Failure, Non-Pharmacological Management & Steps of Treatment Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the non-pharmacological management in patients with heart failure with reduced ejection fraction & the steps of pharmacological management. He will also look at the current international guidelines on the management of patients with heart failure.

]]> Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the non-pharmacological management in patients with heart failure with reduced ejection fraction & the steps of pharmacological management. He will also look at the current international guidelines on the management of patients with heart failure.

]]> PharmaBuddy Buzzsprout-13665117 Thu, 28 Sep 2023 09:00:00 +0100 484 full false Chronic Heart Failure, History, Exam & Investigations Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the history, exam & investigations for heart failure. He will also briefly discuss the New York Heart Association functional classification.

]]> Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the history, exam & investigations for heart failure. He will also briefly discuss the New York Heart Association functional classification.

]]> PharmaBuddy Buzzsprout-13665073 Wed, 27 Sep 2023 09:00:00 +0100 558 full false Chronic Heart Failure, Ejection Fraction, Causes & Prognosis Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the prevalence & causes of heart failure, ejection fraction &  prognosis for those patients with heart failure. 

]]> Dr Paul Ryan will discuss the prevalence & causes of heart failure, ejection fraction &  prognosis for those patients with heart failure. 

]]> PharmaBuddy Buzzsprout-13665016 Tue, 26 Sep 2023 16:00:00 +0100 420 full false