<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[White Coat Pocket Guide]]></title><description><![CDATA[Essential guides for prescribing and beyond]]></description><link>https://www.whitecoatpocketguide.com/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 14:10:50 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.whitecoatpocketguide.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Spironolactone: A Versatile Medication With Benefits Beyond Blood Pressure]]></title><description><![CDATA[See Provider section below See Pharmacist and Nurse section below Spironolactone, One of the More Versatile Drugs Spironolactone is a prescription medication used to treat several different health conditions, making it one of the more versatile drugs in everyday medical practice. It is classified as a potassium-sparing diuretic , sometimes called a “water pill,” but its effects go beyond simply helping the body get rid of extra fluid. Spironolactone works by blocking the action of aldosterone...]]></description><link>https://www.whitecoatpocketguide.com/post/spironolactone-a-versatile-medication-with-benefits-beyond-blood-pressure</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d43aabd142869289e91290</guid><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 21:33:30 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/5de806_f578629c72db4b168d91b3ddf6796009~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Judson Gilbert, PharmD, MBA</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prednisone: A Powerful Medication With Important Benefits and Risks]]></title><description><![CDATA[See Provider section below See Pharmacist and Nurse section below Helping Patients Feel Better Quickly Prednisone is a widely used prescription medication that helps reduce inflammation and calm an overactive immune system. It belongs to a class of drugs called corticosteroids , and it is commonly prescribed for a wide range of medical conditions, including asthma, allergic reactions, autoimmune diseases, skin disorders, arthritis, and inflammatory conditions . Because inflammation is a major...]]></description><link>https://www.whitecoatpocketguide.com/post/prednisone-a-powerful-medication-with-important-benefits-and-risks</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d42ee9c53e2b8fe124fddd</guid><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2026 22:43:23 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/5de806_fcf2260b87ff47c3bebdd9d0682f138b~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Judson Gilbert, PharmD, MBA</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Empagliflozin: More Than a Diabetes Medication]]></title><description><![CDATA[See Provider section below See Pharmacist and Nurse section below Double Benefit: Lowers Blood Sugar and Weight Empagliflozin is a prescription medication that has become an important treatment option for many patients with type 2 diabetes , and its benefits go beyond blood sugar control. It belongs to a class of medications called SGLT2 inhibitors . These medicines work by helping the kidneys remove excess glucose from the body through the urine, which lowers blood sugar levels in people...]]></description><link>https://www.whitecoatpocketguide.com/post/empagliflozin-more-than-a-diabetes-medication</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69cbf5a5f7044e6cf7a2e474</guid><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2026 17:43:03 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/5de806_fbc099ef6cfd43b6a924fae702eb8ca6~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Judson Gilbert, PharmD, MBA</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Apixaban: An Important Medication for Preventing Dangerous Blood Clots]]></title><description><![CDATA[See Provider section below See Pharmacist and Nurse section below Most Popular for Clot Prevention  Apixaban is a prescription medication used to help prevent and treat blood clots. It belongs to a class of drugs called direct oral anticoagulants (DOACs) , sometimes referred to as “blood thinners.” Although apixaban does not actually thin the blood, it helps reduce the blood’s ability to form harmful clots. This can be lifesaving for people at risk of conditions such as stroke, deep vein...]]></description><link>https://www.whitecoatpocketguide.com/post/apixaban-an-important-medication-for-preventing-dangerous-blood-clots</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69bb2a7cb1b6044c10beb445</guid><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2026 20:53:33 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/5de806_c1f31c5dfe4d4fabab1b53165501885a~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Judson Gilbert, PharmD, MBA</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Alendronate: A Key Medication for Bone Health]]></title><description><![CDATA[See Provider section below]]></description><link>https://www.whitecoatpocketguide.com/post/template-the-ultimate-guide-to-writing-the-ultimate-guide</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69b83891ea38c468abdc43de</guid><pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2026 17:51:23 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/5de806_ea64e18bffdd46f1a0f1ce1f016f17a4~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Judson Gilbert, PharmD, MBA</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>