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This episode discusses updated guidelines for managing acute sinusitis, focusing on the role of antibiotics versus watchful waiting.

Think every sinus infection needs an antibiotic? Think again. Updated guidelines for acute bacterial rhinosinusitis are sparking discussions about when antibiotics are truly warranted—and pharmacy teams play a key role in helping guide practice. In this episode, TRC Healthcare Assistant Editor and Clinical Pharmacist Gina Corley, PharmD, explains new recommendations for “watchful waiting,” when to initiate antibiotics, supportive care measures to try, and more. You’ll also hear practica...

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Guest: Gina Corley, PharmD

Topics covered

• acute sinusitis
• antibiotics
• watchful waiting
• pharmacy practice
• guidelines

Keywords

• acute bacterial rhinosinusitis
• antibiotics
• watchful waiting
• supportive care
• pharmacy teams

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Organizations: TRC Healthcare, Pharmacist's Letter, Prescriber Insights, Pharmacy Technician's Letter

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