Ranitidine — once withdrawn from the market over safety concerns — was recently re‑approved by the FDA in a reformulated version, raising important questions for pharmacists and patients alike. This course outlines the FDA’s recent approval, reviews the reformulated product's changes (including manufacturing and labeling), and examines practical considerations for dispensing, counseling, and patient safety. You will gain clarity on when ranitidine may be appropriate for use (again) and how to guide patients confidently in its safe use.

HOST
Rachel Maynard, PharmD
GameChangers Podcast Host and Clinical Editor, CEimpact
Lead Editor, Pyrls

GUEST
K. Ashley Garling-Nanez, PharmD
Assistant Director of Program
UT Center of Health Communications

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CPE INFORMATION
Learning Objectives
Upon successful completion of this knowledge-based activity, participants should be able to:
1. Summarize the major safety and regulatory issues that prompted ranitidine's withdrawal, and the changes made in the reformulated product approved in 2025.
2. Describe pharmacist‑relevant considerations for dispensing, patient counseling, and transition from alternative acid‑reducing therapies.

Rachel Maynard and K. Ashley Garling-Nanez have no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose.

0.05 CEU/0.5 Hr
UAN: 0107-0000-26-043-H01-P
Initial release date: 1/19/2026
Expiration date: 1/19/2027
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Recent years have seen a troubling resurgence of whooping cough and measles — diseases many thought were largely controlled — highlighting the continuing importance of vaccination, surveillance, and community education. This course reviews the latest evidence on global and local trends, explores the factors driving renewed outbreaks, and discusses the key roles of pharmacists in prevention and early detection. You will gain insights to be better prepared to support immunization efforts, patient counseling, and public health awareness in response to this resurgence.

HOST
Rachel Maynard, PharmD
GameChangers Podcast Host and Clinical Editor, CEimpact
Lead Editor, Pyrls

GUEST
Christina O'Connor, PharmD, BCPS, BCIDP
Clinical Pharmacy Manager
Mayo Clinic

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CPE INFORMATION
Learning Objectives
Upon successful completion of this knowledge-based activity, participants should be able to:
1. Describe recent epidemiologic trends in pertussis and measles resurgence and factors contributing to increased incidence.
2. Identify the pharmacist's responsibilities for promoting vaccination, encouraging timely immunization, supporting outbreak prevention, and providing patient education.

Rachel Maynard and Christina O'Connor have no relevant financial relationships to disclose.

0.075 CEU/0.75 Hr
UAN: 0107-0000-26-038-H01-P
Initial release date: 1/12/2026
Expiration date: 1/12/2027
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Corticosteroids in the treatment of community-acquired pneumonia (CAP) remain a topic of clinical curiosity and mixed opinions. In this unique episode, two expert guests share opposing perspectives—one advocating for corticosteroid use in CAP and the other urging caution—offering pharmacists a balanced view of the current evidence and practice considerations. Tune in to explore both sides of the debate and walk away with insights to inform your role in collaborative patient care.

HOST
Rachel Maynard, PharmD
GameChangers Podcast Host and Clinical Editor, CEimpact
Lead Editor, Pyrls

GUESTS
Sam Markle, PharmD
Critical Care Pharmacist
Sanford Health

Tristan Houle, PharmD
PGY2 Critical Care Pharmacy Resident
Sanford Health

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CPE INFORMATION
Learning Objectives
Upon successful completion of this knowledge-based activity, participants should be able to:
1. Describe current evidence supporting and challenging the use of corticosteroids in the treatment of community-acquired pneumonia (CAP).
2. Identify key considerations for pharmacists when evaluating corticosteroid use as adjunctive therapy in CAP.

Rachel Maynard, Sam Markle, and Tristan Houle have no relevant financial relationships to disclose.

0.05 CEU/0.5 Hr
UAN: 0107-0000-26-032-H01-P
Initial release date: 1/5/2026
Expiration date: 1/5/2027
Additional CPE details can be found here.