Category: Medications - Page 3
Switching from Warfarin to a DOAC: What You Need to Know About Side Effects and Safety
by Melissa Kopaczewski Dec 30 2025 14 MedicationsSwitching 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.
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Photosensitivity from Antibiotics: Doxycycline and TMP-SMX Sun Safety Guide
by Melissa Kopaczewski Dec 29 2025 8 MedicationsDoxycycline 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.
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Bioequivalence Testing for Generic Drugs: What It Really Proves
by philip onyeaka Dec 28 2025 15 MedicationsBioequivalence 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.
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Managing Multiple Medications Safely: How to Reduce Drug Interactions and Avoid Harm
by philip onyeaka Dec 26 2025 15 MedicationsManaging 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.
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How to Use Travel Apps to Find Pharmacies and Clinics Abroad
by philip onyeaka Dec 23 2025 14 MedicationsLearn 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.
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Acetaminophen and NSAIDs in Pregnancy: What’s Safe in Each Trimester
by Prudence Bateson Dec 21 2025 15 MedicationsLearn 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.
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Traveling With Medications: Security, Storage, and Refills Guide for 2025
by philip onyeaka Dec 18 2025 8 MedicationsLearn 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.
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Sertraline Gastrointestinal Side Effects: How to Manage Nausea and Diarrhea
by philip onyeaka Dec 17 2025 12 MedicationsSertraline 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.
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Antidepressants for Teens: Understanding the Black Box Warning and How to Monitor Risk
by philip onyeaka Dec 15 2025 9 MedicationsAntidepressants 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.
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Alpha-Glucosidase Inhibitors: Managing Gas, Bloating, and Diarrhea Side Effects
by Melissa Kopaczewski Dec 15 2025 15 MedicationsAlpha-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.
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How to Store Prescription Labels and Leaflets for Future Reference
by Prudence Bateson Dec 9 2025 10 MedicationsLearn 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.
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Symptoms of Taking Counterfeit Medications: What to Watch For
by Prudence Bateson Dec 7 2025 15 MedicationsCounterfeit meds can look real but contain deadly substances like fentanyl or no active ingredients at all. Learn the warning signs-like sudden side effects, pills that don’t work, or odd packaging-and how to protect yourself.
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