Clarify That CrCl and eGFR Are Not Interchangeable

December 2021

You can help colleagues determine the best way to estimate kidney function and adjust meds.

Dosing based on estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) is in labeling for more meds (meropenem/vaborbactam, baricitinib, etc).

But CrCl and eGFR are NOT interchangeable...despite some guidance suggesting they are.

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Table of Contents

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Anticoagulants Safeguard Patients on Anticoagulants During Care Transitions
CPR Review Processes for Using Crash Cart Meds Safely
COVID-19 Educate About COVID-19 Vaccination for Kids 5 and Up
Nephrology Clarify That CrCl and eGFR Are Not Interchangeable
Vaccines Be Familiar With New Pneumococcal Vaccines
Med Administration Teach Patients to Self-Inject Subcutaneous or IM Meds
Antipsychotics Navigate Antipsychotic Side Effects
Neurology & Pain Emphasize Nondrug Strategies After a Concussion
Ophthalmology Watch for Rx Tyrvaya, a New Nasal Spray for Dry Eye
Med Safety Use ENFit Low-Dose Tip Syringes Properly