Archive: 2025/12

21 Dec

Acetaminophen and NSAIDs in Pregnancy: What’s Safe in Each Trimester

by Prudence Bateson Dec 21 2025 0 Medications

Learn which pain relievers are safe during each trimester of pregnancy. Acetaminophen is the only recommended OTC option; NSAIDs like ibuprofen carry serious risks after 20 weeks. Get clear, evidence-based guidance.

20 Dec

Opioids and Depression: How Mood Changes Happen and What to Watch For

by Prudence Bateson Dec 20 2025 1 Medical Conditions

Opioids can worsen depression over time, even when taken as prescribed. Learn how mood changes happen, who’s at risk, and what monitoring and treatment options actually work.

19 Dec

Dry Eye Syndrome: Understanding Tear Deficiency and How Artificial Tears Help

by philip onyeaka Dec 19 2025 1 Medical Conditions

Dry eye syndrome affects millions, often due to tear deficiency or rapid evaporation. Learn how artificial tears work, which types are best, and when to seek advanced treatment.

18 Dec

Traveling With Medications: Security, Storage, and Refills Guide for 2025

by philip onyeaka Dec 18 2025 2 Medications

Learn how to safely travel with medications in 2025-covering TSA rules, international bans, storage tips, refills abroad, and essential documentation to avoid confiscation or delays.

17 Dec

Sertraline Gastrointestinal Side Effects: How to Manage Nausea and Diarrhea

by philip onyeaka Dec 17 2025 5 Medications

Sertraline commonly causes nausea and diarrhea, but most side effects fade within weeks. Learn proven ways to manage them - from food timing and ginger to when to switch medications.

15 Dec

Antidepressants for Teens: Understanding the Black Box Warning and How to Monitor Risk

by philip onyeaka Dec 15 2025 7 Medications

Antidepressants for teens carry a black box warning for increased suicidal thoughts, but untreated depression is more dangerous. Learn how to monitor risk, which medications are safest, and why treatment shouldn't be avoided.

15 Dec

Alpha-Glucosidase Inhibitors: Managing Gas, Bloating, and Diarrhea Side Effects

by Melissa Kopaczewski Dec 15 2025 11 Medications

Alpha-glucosidase inhibitors like acarbose help control post-meal blood sugar but often cause gas, bloating, and diarrhea. Learn how to manage these side effects and whether the drug is still worth taking.

12 Dec

How to Save Money with Generics Without Sacrificing Safety

by philip onyeaka Dec 12 2025 9 Pharmacy Savings

Save hundreds on prescriptions with generic medications without compromising safety. Learn how generics are tested, when to be cautious, and how to switch wisely.

11 Dec

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

by Melissa Kopaczewski Dec 11 2025 8 Medical Conditions

Dizziness when standing up may be caused by medications lowering your blood pressure too much. Learn which drugs are most likely to cause orthostatic hypotension, how to spot it, and what to do to feel better.

10 Dec

Hepatitis A: How Food Contamination Spreads the Virus and What to Do After Exposure

by philip onyeaka Dec 10 2025 8 Medical Conditions

Hepatitis A spreads easily through contaminated food, often from infected workers who don’t know they’re sick. Learn how it spreads, what to do after exposure, and why vaccination of food handlers is critical to stopping outbreaks.

9 Dec

How to Store Prescription Labels and Leaflets for Future Reference

by Prudence Bateson Dec 9 2025 10 Medications

Learn how to safely store prescription labels and medication leaflets to prevent dangerous errors, save time at doctor visits, and protect your health long-term. Simple, practical steps for physical and digital record-keeping.

8 Dec

Child and Adolescent Depression: How Family Therapy and Medications Work Together

by Melissa Kopaczewski Dec 8 2025 8 Medical Treatments

Child and adolescent depression requires evidence-based treatment. Family therapy repairs emotional bonds, while SSRIs like fluoxetine and escitalopram offer symptom relief. Combining both gives the best outcomes for teens.