Category: Medications - Page 2
NSAIDs like ibuprofen and naproxen can cause dangerous fluid retention in heart failure patients, increasing hospitalization risk even with short-term use. Learn why no NSAID is safe and what alternatives work.
Mixing alcohol with prescription drugs can cause deadly interactions, from respiratory failure to liver damage. Learn which medications are most dangerous, who's at highest risk, and how to stay safe.
MAOIs can cause life-threatening reactions with common OTC cold medicines. Learn which ingredients to avoid, safe alternatives, and what to do if you accidentally take a dangerous combo.
Learn how to manage drug interactions when starting a new medication. Avoid dangerous combinations, recognize warning signs, and take simple steps to protect your health-especially if you're on multiple drugs.
Authorized generics let brand drug companies launch their own generic versions, undercutting independent competitors and reducing true market competition. Here’s how they distort the system meant to lower drug prices.
Learn how to review and switch Medicare drug plans during Open Enrollment to save on prescription costs. Key steps include checking formularies, pharmacy networks, and using the Medicare Plan Finder tool.
Learn how to track medication expiration dates in your cabinet with simple, practical steps. Avoid dangerous expired pills and reduce waste without expensive tech.
Monoclonal antibody biosimilars offer proven, cost-effective alternatives to expensive cancer and autoimmune drugs. Learn which ones are approved, how they work, and why they’re changing patient care worldwide.
Rosuvastatin is one of the most potent statins for lowering LDL cholesterol, but it requires careful monitoring for muscle pain, kidney function, and blood sugar changes. Learn what to watch for and when to act.
Heparin-induced thrombocytopenia (HIT) is a rare but life-threatening reaction to heparin that causes low platelets and dangerous blood clots. Learn the symptoms, risk factors, and how it’s diagnosed and treated.
