Archive: 2026/01

25 Jan

How to Document Provider Advice About Medications for Later Reference

by Prudence Bateson Jan 25 2026 0 Medications

Learn how to properly document provider advice about medications to avoid errors, improve care, and protect your health. Simple steps to track doses, side effects, and instructions for future reference.

24 Jan

Crushing Tablets and Splitting Pills: What’s Safe and What’s Not

by Melissa Kopaczewski Jan 24 2026 2 Medications

Crushing or splitting pills can save money and help with swallowing-but it can also be deadly. Learn which medications are safe to split, which are dangerous, and how to do it right if you must.

23 Jan

Generic Drug Recalls and Safety Alerts: What Triggers a Recall

by philip onyeaka Jan 23 2026 3 Medications

Generic drug recalls happen due to manufacturing flaws like contamination, labeling errors, or potency issues. Learn what triggers a recall, how the FDA classifies risks, and what you should do if your medication is affected.

22 Jan

Narrow Therapeutic Index Drugs: What Patients Need to Know

by philip onyeaka Jan 22 2026 2 Medications

Narrow therapeutic index drugs require precise dosing-small changes can cause serious harm. Learn how to safely manage medications like warfarin, lithium, and levothyroxine with regular monitoring and consistent use.

21 Jan

How to Use Drug Interaction Checkers: Step-by-Step Guide

by philip onyeaka Jan 21 2026 5 Medications

Learn how to use drug interaction checkers safely and effectively to avoid dangerous medication combinations. Step-by-step guide for patients, caregivers, and anyone taking multiple drugs.

19 Jan

30-Month Stay: How Litigation Delays Generic Drug Approval

by Prudence Bateson Jan 19 2026 9 Pharmaceuticals

The 30-month stay under the Hatch-Waxman Act delays generic drug approval by locking in patent litigation, often for years after patents expire. Learn how it works, who benefits, and why it's under fire.

18 Jan

Low-Dose CT for Lung Screening: Who Qualifies and What to Expect

by philip onyeaka Jan 18 2026 7 Respiratory Health

Low-dose CT lung screening saves lives by catching cancer early. Learn who qualifies, what results mean, and why so few eligible people get tested-even though it's free and proven to cut deaths by 20%.

17 Jan

Medications That Are High-Risk for Seniors: What to Review

by philip onyeaka Jan 17 2026 8 Medications

Many common medications pose serious risks to seniors, including sleep aids, diabetes drugs, and antihistamines. Learn which ones to review, safer alternatives, and how to prevent dangerous side effects using the Beers Criteria.

16 Jan

How to Prioritize Replacements for Expired Critical Medications

by philip onyeaka Jan 16 2026 8 Medications

Learn how to safely prioritize replacements for expired critical medications using evidence-based protocols, tiered alternatives, and pharmacist-led systems to prevent patient harm and medication errors.

15 Jan

Pioglitazone Safety: What You Need to Know About Heart Failure, Edema, and Bladder Risks

by philip onyeaka Jan 15 2026 13 Medications

Pioglitazone lowers blood sugar but carries serious risks: heart failure, fluid retention, and possible bladder cancer. Learn who should avoid it, what symptoms to watch for, and safer alternatives available today.

14 Jan

Insurance Prior Authorization for Generic Alternatives: Navigating Policies in Pharmacy Practice

by philip onyeaka Jan 14 2026 11 Medications

Prior authorization for generic alternatives is a costly, time-consuming hurdle in pharmacy practice. Learn how insurers enforce step therapy, why denials happen, and what strategies actually work to get patients their meds faster.

13 Jan

Generic Prescribing Guidelines: Professional Recommendations for Clinicians

by Melissa Kopaczewski Jan 13 2026 13 Medications

Generic prescribing saves the NHS £1.3 billion a year and improves patient outcomes. Learn when to prescribe generics, when to stick with brands, and how to talk to patients about it.