Category: Medications - Page 2
How to Safely Dispose of Chemotherapy Medication at Home
Learn how to safely dispose of chemotherapy medication at home with step-by-step guidance on double-bagging, protective gear, body waste handling, and what to avoid. Protect your family and environment from hazardous drug exposure.
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Digoxin vs Alternatives: What Works Best for Heart Failure and Atrial Fibrillation?
Digoxin helps with heart failure and atrial fibrillation, but newer drugs are safer and more effective. Learn when digoxin is still appropriate-and which alternatives doctors now recommend first.
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ACE Inhibitors and Potassium-Sparing Diuretics: Understanding the Hyperkalemia Risk
Combining ACE inhibitors and potassium-sparing diuretics can raise potassium to dangerous levels, increasing the risk of heart rhythm problems. Learn how to monitor, manage, and reduce this common but preventable drug interaction.
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Provider Education: Understanding Biosimilar Differences
Biosimilars are not generics - they're complex biological products with unique approval requirements. Learn how they differ, why providers hesitate, and how education is closing the gap in patient access and cost savings.
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Linezolid and Tyramine: What You Must Eat (and Avoid) to Prevent Hypertensive Crisis
Linezolid can cause a dangerous spike in blood pressure if you eat tyramine-rich foods like aged cheese or red wine. Learn exactly what to avoid, what’s safe, and why you must wait 14 days after your last dose.
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How Generic Combination Drugs Save Money Compared to Individual Generics
Generic combination drugs often cost far less than buying two separate generics. Learn how to spot hidden savings, switch to cheaper alternatives, and reduce your prescription costs by up to 90%.
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When to Avoid a Medication Family After a Severe Drug Reaction
Not every severe drug reaction means avoiding an entire medication family. Learn when cross-reactivity is real, when it’s not, and how to get tested to avoid unnecessary restrictions on your treatment options.
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Safe Topical Medications and Creams During Pregnancy: What You Can and Can’t Use
Learn which topical creams and medications are safe to use during pregnancy for acne, eczema, fungal infections, and more. Avoid risky ingredients like retinoids and NSAIDs after 30 weeks.
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Canagliflozin and Dental Health: What You Need to Know
Canagliflozin helps control blood sugar but increases the risk of dry mouth, gum disease, and oral thrush. Learn how to protect your teeth while taking this diabetes medication.
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Anticholinergic Burden of Tricyclic Antidepressants: Cognitive and Heart Risks Explained
Tricyclic antidepressants like amitriptyline carry high anticholinergic burden, increasing risks of cognitive decline and dangerous heart rhythms. Learn why they're being phased out and what safer alternatives exist.
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Medications for Alcohol Use Disorder and the Hidden Risk of Relapse
Medications like naltrexone, acamprosate, and disulfiram can help reduce relapse in alcohol use disorder-but only if taken correctly. Mixing them with alcohol can undo progress and increase danger.
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The Science Behind Etodolac: How It Reduces Inflammation and Relieves Pain
Etodolac is an NSAID that reduces inflammation and pain by selectively blocking COX-2 enzymes. Learn how it works, its benefits over other painkillers, side effects, and who should use it.
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