Category: Medications - Page 3

14 Jan
Medication Safety in Kidney Disease: How to Avoid Nephrotoxins and Get Dosing Right

Medications

Medication Safety in Kidney Disease: How to Avoid Nephrotoxins and Get Dosing Right

Learn how to safely take medications with kidney disease. Avoid nephrotoxins, understand eGFR-based dosing, and use the latest guidelines to protect your kidneys from preventable harm.

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13 Jan
How to Check Drug Coverage Tiers and Formulary Changes for Senior Medications

Medications

How to Check Drug Coverage Tiers and Formulary Changes for Senior Medications

Learn how to check your Medicare or private insurance drug coverage tiers and spot formulary changes that could spike your medication costs. Essential guide for seniors managing prescriptions.

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12 Jan
Online Reviews: How Patient Experiences Shape Trust in Generic Medications

Medications

Online Reviews: How Patient Experiences Shape Trust in Generic Medications

Online reviews are shaping how patients view generic medications-even when science says they're just as effective. Learn why trust matters more than price, and how patient experiences impact adherence and outcomes.

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11 Jan
How to Check for Drug Interactions at Home Safely

Medications

How to Check for Drug Interactions at Home Safely

Learn how to safely check for drug interactions at home using free, reliable tools. Avoid dangerous combos between prescriptions, OTC meds, and supplements with step-by-step guidance and expert-backed tips.

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10 Jan
Constipation from Medications: How to Manage It Without Stopping Your Prescription

Medications

Constipation from Medications: How to Manage It Without Stopping Your Prescription

Medication-induced constipation affects up to 60% of people on opioids or anticholinergics. Learn how to manage it safely without stopping your prescription using evidence-based laxatives, smart switches, and proactive care.

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8 Jan
How the FDA Ensures Generic Drug Safety Through Manufacturing Oversight

Medications

How the FDA Ensures Generic Drug Safety Through Manufacturing Oversight

The FDA ensures generic drug safety through strict manufacturing standards, bioequivalence testing, global inspections, and post-market surveillance. Learn how generics meet the same quality bar as brand-name drugs.

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7 Jan
State Laws on NTI Drug Substitution: How Rules Vary Across the U.S.

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State Laws on NTI Drug Substitution: How Rules Vary Across the U.S.

NTI drugs require precise dosing, but U.S. states have wildly different rules on swapping them with generics. Some ban substitutions. Others leave it up to pharmacists. Here’s how the patchwork of laws affects your safety.

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6 Jan
Teriparatide vs Abaloparatide: What You Need to Know About Anabolic Agents for Osteoporosis

Medications

Teriparatide vs Abaloparatide: What You Need to Know About Anabolic Agents for Osteoporosis

Teriparatide and abaloparatide are two anabolic agents that rebuild bone in severe osteoporosis. Learn how they differ in effectiveness, side effects, cost, and who benefits most from each.

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5 Jan
TNF Inhibitors and TB Reactivation: Screening and Monitoring Guidelines

Medications

TNF Inhibitors and TB Reactivation: Screening and Monitoring Guidelines

TNF inhibitors help control autoimmune diseases but carry a serious risk of reactivating latent tuberculosis. Learn how screening, drug choice, and monitoring can prevent life-threatening TB cases.

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3 Jan
Organizing Your Medications: Best Pill Organizers and Tracking Methods for Safety

Medications

Organizing Your Medications: Best Pill Organizers and Tracking Methods for Safety

Organize your medications safely with pill organizers and tracking methods that reduce errors and improve adherence. Learn what works for simple routines vs. complex regimens, and how to choose the right system for your needs.

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