Over-the-Counter Medications: NSAIDs, Acetaminophen, and Antihistamines Explained
Nov 23 2025
Learn how public education on generic drugs is helping patients save money without sacrificing safety. Discover the facts behind generic medication equivalence and how community health programs are closing the knowledge gap.
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Frailty and polypharmacy in older adults create a dangerous cycle of side effects and decline. Learn how to reduce medication burden safely and improve quality of life through deprescribing and targeted care.
Learn how to tell the difference between side effects, allergic reactions, and drug intolerance - and why mixing them up can lead to dangerous medical decisions. Most people who think they’re allergic aren’t.
Learn how NSAIDs, acetaminophen, and antihistamines work, their risks, and how to choose the right OTC pain, fever, or allergy relief safely. Avoid common mistakes that lead to overdoses and side effects.
Bisphosphonates help prevent bone fractures but can irritate the esophagus - especially if you have GERD. Learn how to take them safely and what alternatives exist to protect your digestive tract.
In 2025, 15.2 million Americans use state and federal programs to afford prescription drugs. Learn how Medicare Extra Help and state SPAPs work, what they cover, and how to apply before you’re left paying full price.
Paragraph IV certifications let generic drug makers challenge brand-name patents before launch, speeding up access to affordable medications. Learn how this legal tool works, who uses it, and why it saves billions.
Learn the difference between single-source and multi-source drugs, how they affect your out-of-pocket costs, why generics work just as well, and how to navigate insurance rules to save money on prescriptions.
Chemotherapy hypersensitivity reactions can range from mild rashes to life-threatening anaphylaxis. Learn the signs, timing, and emergency protocols every patient and caregiver should know.
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