Category: Medications - Page 2
Learn how to read prescription labels when traveling across time zones to avoid missed doses, customs issues, and health emergencies. Essential tips for safe international medication use.
Dec, 11 2025
Therapeutic drug monitoring helps ensure generic antiretroviral drugs with narrow therapeutic indexes work safely and effectively. Learn when TDM is critical, which drugs it applies to, and how to use it wisely to prevent treatment failure and toxicity.
Dec, 10 2025
Learn how to space probiotics and antibiotics correctly to prevent diarrhea and protect your gut microbiome. Discover the best strains, doses, and timing based on the latest research.
Dec, 9 2025
Learn how protein shakes interfere with levothyroxine absorption and what timing strategies actually work to keep your thyroid levels stable without giving up your fitness routine.
Dec, 8 2025
Statins are the first-line treatment for high cholesterol, but side effects affect many. Learn about proven alternatives like ezetimibe, PCSK9 inhibitors, and inclisiran - how they work, who they’re for, and how they compare.
Dec, 7 2025
Most people with "sulfa allergies" don't need to avoid common medications like blood pressure or arthritis drugs. Learn the real science behind sulfa cross-reactivity and what you can safely take.
Dec, 6 2025
Antitrust laws were designed to ensure generic drugs reach the market quickly and cheaply, but corporate tactics like pay-for-delay and product hopping are undermining competition. Learn how these practices hurt consumers and what’s being done to stop them.
Dec, 5 2025
Learn how to safely dispose of expired EpiPens, inhalers, and medicated patches to prevent accidents, protect the environment, and follow federal and state guidelines. No guesswork-just clear, practical steps.
Dec, 3 2025
Build a personal medication safety plan with your care team to prevent dangerous drug interactions, missed doses, and adverse events. Learn how to track meds, store them safely, and communicate effectively with your providers.
Dec, 2 2025
Antifungals can cause serious liver damage, especially ketoconazole, itraconazole, and voriconazole. Learn which drugs are riskiest, how to spot early signs of liver injury, and what monitoring you need to stay safe.
Dec, 2 2025