Archive: 2025/12

31 Dec

Pomegranate Juice and Medication Interactions: What You Need to Know

by philip onyeaka Dec 31 2025 9 Medications

Pomegranate juice may affect how your body processes certain medications, especially blood thinners like warfarin. Learn which drugs are at risk, what the science really says, and how to drink it safely without compromising your treatment.

30 Dec

Switching from Warfarin to a DOAC: What You Need to Know About Side Effects and Safety

by Melissa Kopaczewski Dec 30 2025 11 Medications

Switching from warfarin to a DOAC can reduce bleeding risk and eliminate weekly blood tests-but only if done correctly. Learn the safety rules, side effects, and when not to switch.

29 Dec

Photosensitivity from Antibiotics: Doxycycline and TMP-SMX Sun Safety Guide

by Melissa Kopaczewski Dec 29 2025 8 Medications

Doxycycline and TMP-SMX can cause severe sun sensitivity, leading to burns in minutes. Learn how to protect your skin, how long the risk lasts, and what actually works-backed by medical guidelines and real patient data.

28 Dec

Bioequivalence Testing for Generic Drugs: What It Really Proves

by philip onyeaka Dec 28 2025 11 Medications

Bioequivalence testing proves generic drugs work the same as brand-name versions by measuring how quickly and completely your body absorbs the active ingredient. It's the science behind safe, affordable generics.

27 Dec

Quality Assurance Concerns in Manufacturing: Why Fears Are Growing in 2025

by Prudence Bateson Dec 27 2025 9 Aerospace Engineering

Manufacturing quality concerns in 2025 are rising due to complex products, skills shortages, and costly rework. Learn why quality is now a strategic advantage-and how companies are using AI, integration, and training to stay ahead.

26 Dec

Managing Multiple Medications Safely: How to Reduce Drug Interactions and Avoid Harm

by philip onyeaka Dec 26 2025 15 Medications

Managing multiple medications safely means understanding polypharmacy, spotting dangerous drug interactions, and working with your care team to stop what's unnecessary. Learn how to review, deprescribe, and simplify your regimen for better health.

23 Dec

How to Use Travel Apps to Find Pharmacies and Clinics Abroad

by philip onyeaka Dec 23 2025 14 Medications

Learn how to use travel apps to find pharmacies and clinics abroad, match medications by local names, and connect with doctors remotely-essential tools for safe international travel.

22 Dec

Steroid Myopathy: How to Recognize Weakness and Start Effective Physical Therapy

by philip onyeaka Dec 22 2025 8 Medical Conditions

Steroid myopathy causes silent, painless muscle weakness in people on long-term corticosteroids. Learn how to recognize the signs, why it's often missed, and how targeted physical therapy can help you regain strength without stopping your medication.

21 Dec

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

by Prudence Bateson Dec 21 2025 15 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 8 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 15 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 8 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.