Nov
Rifampin is essential for treating tuberculosis but causes dangerous drug interactions by boosting liver enzymes. Learn how it affects birth control, blood thinners, HIV meds, and more-and what new research says about shortening treatment.
Nov
Learn how everyday foods, supplements, and medications can dangerously interact-what causes them, which combinations are risky, and how to protect yourself from preventable health emergencies.
Nov
Learn how to create a personalized Medication Action Plan with your care team to improve adherence, avoid errors, and take control of your health. Step-by-step guide for patients managing multiple medications.
Nov
Hair loss from immunosuppressants is common, especially with tacrolimus, but it's often reversible. Learn which drugs cause it, how to manage it safely, and what treatments actually work-without risking your health.
Nov
Subscribe to FDA Safety Communications to get real-time alerts about drug, device, and food recalls. Learn how keyword-based email notifications can protect you and your family from hidden health risks.
Nov
Learn how to identify authorized generics by checking packaging, NDC codes, and labeling. These are the exact same drugs as brand-name versions - just cheaper and differently labeled.
Nov
Learn how pharmacy systems correctly identify generic and brand drugs using NDC and TE codes, avoid substitution errors, and improve patient safety with best practices backed by FDA guidelines and real-world pharmacy data.
Nov
Creatine raises creatinine levels, which can falsely suggest kidney damage. Learn how to monitor renal function accurately if you're taking creatine or on kidney medications - without unnecessary tests or misdiagnosis.
Nov
Rifampin fights bacterial infections by blocking RNA polymerase, stopping bacteria from making essential proteins. Used mainly for TB and staph infections, it works fast but requires combination therapy to prevent resistance.
Nov
Compare Aurogra (Sildenafil) with other ED medications like Cialis, Levitra, and Stendra. Learn which works fastest, lasts longest, and suits your health needs - with real facts, not marketing.
Oct
Amiloride is no longer just a potassium-sparing diuretic. New research shows it may help treat cystic fibrosis, salt-sensitive hypertension, and even slow cancer spread by blocking sodium channels in the body.
Oct
Loxapine combined with mood stabilizers like lithium or valproate can help control severe mania and mixed episodes in bipolar disorder when medications alone aren't enough. Learn how it works, who benefits, and what risks to watch for.
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