Behavioral economics explains why patients often choose expensive drugs over cheaper, equally effective options. Fear, habit, and mental biases-not ignorance-drive these decisions. Learn how nudges, defaults, and psychology can improve adherence.
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Fish oil and aspirin both affect blood clotting, but combining them at standard doses doesn't increase bleeding risk for most people. Learn what the science really says.
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Statins may cause temporary memory issues in a small number of people, but research shows these effects are rare, reversible, and often mistaken for something worse. The real risk? Not taking them when you need them.
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Vitamin E can increase bleeding risk when taken with warfarin, especially at doses above 400 IU daily. Learn how this interaction works, what studies show, and what doctors recommend to stay safe.
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Learn what to expect at National Prescription Drug Take-Back Days, including what you can drop off, where to find sites, what happens to the meds, and how this program helps prevent misuse and overdose.
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Managing multiple medications safely means avoiding dangerous drug interactions through careful reviews, deprescribing unnecessary drugs, and staying in close contact with your healthcare team. Learn how to reduce risks and take control of your treatment plan.
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Systemic antifungals like azoles can dangerously increase statin and immunosuppressant levels, raising the risk of muscle damage and rhabdomyolysis. Know which drugs to avoid and what safer alternatives exist.
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Learn how to ask for generics and authorized generics at the pharmacy to cut your prescription costs by up to 90%. Discover what insurers hide, why cash prices beat copays, and exactly what to say to save hundreds a year.
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Decongestants like pseudoephedrine can trigger dangerous urinary retention in men with enlarged prostates. Learn the risks, safer alternatives, and what to do if symptoms worsen.
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Deflazacort is a corticosteroid that can reduce inflammation and pain in osteoarthritis when other treatments fail. Learn how it works, who benefits, the risks, and how it compares to alternatives like prednisone and joint injections.
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