Be Equipped With Rules of Thumb to Taper Steroids

March 2022

When and how should oral corticosteroids be tapered in adults?

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Table of Contents

Immunizations Clarify New Guidelines for Prevnar 20 and Vaxneuvance
Corticosteroids Be Equipped With Rules of Thumb to Taper Steroids
Insulin Implement Safeguards for U-500 Insulin
Mental Health Be Ready to Ask Questions About Suicide
Pediatrics Shorten Antibiotic Durations for Kids With Community-Acquired Pneumonia
Neurology & Pain Compare Meds for Diabetic Neuropathy
Oral Health Reinforce Oral Care With Buccal or Sublingual Buprenorphine
Insomnia Be Prepared With Answers About Melatonin for Sleep
Eczema Watch for Adbry, Cibinqo, and Rinvoq for Eczema
Infectious Diseases Optimize Antibiotic Stewardship for Gram-Negative Bacteremia
COVID-19 Assess the Role of the New COVID-19 MAb, Bebtelovimab
Critical Care Prevent Withdrawal Due to ICU Analgesics and Sedatives