Pharmacist Asthma / COPD / Allergy | OTC Podcast 30 credit minutes

Alpha-gal syndrome (AGS), a growing allergy linked to tick bites and mammalian meat exposure, is a condition pharmacists can’t afford to overlook. This course discusses the pathophysiology of the syndrome, common triggers, and emerging case trends—while highlighting how pharmacists can play a critical role in helping patients navigate safe OTC and prescription therapies by screening for allergenic excipients. You will gain practical knowledge to support patient education, ensure safe medication use, and guide appropriate referrals.

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Pharmacist CE Subscription

Pharmacist CE Subscription

Renewed Annually
$99.00 / year

Learning Objectives

Upon successful completion of this course, pharmacists should be able to:
1. Describe the pathophysiology, triggers, and clinical presentation of alpha-gal syndrome.
2. Identify pharmacist-led strategies for patient counseling, medication review, and referral when AGS is suspected or confirmed.

Faculty

Rachel Maynard, PharmD

GameChangers Podcast Host and Clinical Editor, CEimpact
Lead Editor, Pyrls

Disclosures:

Rachel Maynard has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose.

Geoff Wall, PharmD, FCCP, BCPS

Professor of Pharmacy Practice
Iowa Methodist Medical Center

Disclosures:

Geoff Wall has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose.

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