Judson Gilbert, PharmD, MBA

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...

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...

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...