Category: Medications - Page 3

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Dec

Alternative Medication Classes: Different Drugs, Different Side Effects
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Alternative Medication Classes: Different Drugs, Different Side Effects

Different types of medications - prescription, OTC, and herbal - come with different side effects. Learn how to spot dangerous interactions, why generics aren’t always interchangeable, and what to watch for when switching drugs.

23

Dec

Naloxone Co-Prescribing: How It Prevents Opioid Overdoses in Real Life
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Naloxone Co-Prescribing: How It Prevents Opioid Overdoses in Real Life

Naloxone co-prescribing saves lives by giving opioid patients a fast-acting overdose reversal tool. Learn who needs it, how it works, and why it’s now a standard part of safe opioid care.

22

Dec

FDA-Approved Medications You Can Flush Down the Toilet: What’s on the List and When to Do It
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FDA-Approved Medications You Can Flush Down the Toilet: What’s on the List and When to Do It

Only specific FDA-approved medications should be flushed down the toilet - mostly powerful opioids and controlled substances that can cause death if misused. Learn which ones, why flushing is allowed, and safer alternatives.

21

Dec

Physician Liability: Legal Risks When Prescribing Generic Medications
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Physician Liability: Legal Risks When Prescribing Generic Medications

Physicians prescribing generic medications face rising legal risks as federal law shields manufacturers from liability. Learn how to protect yourself with proper documentation, high-risk drug awareness, and updated prescribing practices.

17

Dec

Cost Barriers to Medication Adherence and How to Get Help
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Cost Barriers to Medication Adherence and How to Get Help

Cost is the top reason people skip their medications, leading to serious health risks and billions in avoidable healthcare costs. Learn how to find affordable options, use patient assistance programs, and talk to your doctor about cheaper alternatives.

16

Dec

Orthostatic Hypotension from Medications: Why You Feel Dizzy When You Stand Up
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Orthostatic Hypotension from Medications: Why You Feel Dizzy When You Stand Up

Dizziness when standing up? It might not be aging-it could be your medications. Learn which drugs cause orthostatic hypotension, how to spot it, and what to do about it before it leads to a fall.

15

Dec

Foreign Manufacturing of Generics: FDA Oversight and Standards in 2025
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Foreign Manufacturing of Generics: FDA Oversight and Standards in 2025

The FDA now conducts unannounced inspections of foreign generic drug factories to close safety gaps. Learn how CGMP standards, new inspection rules, and global oversight are changing the safety of your medications in 2025.

15

Dec

Authorized Generics: How Brand Drug Companies Respond to Patent Expiration
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Authorized Generics: How Brand Drug Companies Respond to Patent Expiration

Authorized generics are brand-name drugs sold without the brand name after patent expiration. They're identical to the original medication and help lower prices during the critical 180-day generic exclusivity window.

12

Dec

Lithium and Thyroid Disease: How It Affects Your Thyroid and What to Do About It
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Lithium and Thyroid Disease: How It Affects Your Thyroid and What to Do About It

Lithium is highly effective for bipolar disorder but can cause thyroid problems like hypothyroidism and goiter in up to 32% of users. Learn how to monitor, manage, and treat these side effects safely.

11

Dec

Biologics Safety: Infection Risk, Screening, and Vaccination Guidance for Autoimmune Patients
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Biologics Safety: Infection Risk, Screening, and Vaccination Guidance for Autoimmune Patients

Biologics treat autoimmune diseases but raise infection risk. Learn the essential screening tests, vaccination timeline, and safety steps to protect yourself before and after starting treatment.

10

Dec

Opioid-Induced Constipation: How to Prevent and Treat It Effectively
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Opioid-Induced Constipation: How to Prevent and Treat It Effectively

Opioid-induced constipation affects 40-60% of people on long-term pain meds. Learn how to prevent it from day one and what treatments actually work-laxatives, PAMORAs, and when to escalate care.

9

Dec

Prior Authorization Requirements for Medications Explained: What You Need to Know
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Prior Authorization Requirements for Medications Explained: What You Need to Know

Prior authorization is a common insurance requirement for certain medications. Learn what drugs need it, how the process works, what to do if it’s denied, and how to avoid delays in getting your prescription covered.