Category: Medications - Page 2

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Diuretics help manage fluid buildup but can cause dangerous electrolyte imbalances and harmful drug interactions. Learn how loop, thiazide, and potassium-sparing diuretics affect your body and what to watch for.

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Cardiovascular generics save billions but aren't always perfect. Learn what real studies show about their safety, when they work best, and how to avoid risks after switching from brand-name heart meds.

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Most people who think they're allergic to penicillin aren't. Learn the difference between true allergies and common side effects, why mislabeling is dangerous, and how to get tested safely to avoid unnecessary antibiotics and higher health risks.

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Antibiotic overuse is driving a global crisis of drug-resistant infections and C. difficile outbreaks. Learn how misuse leads to superbugs, why it's worsening, and what you can do to help.

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Specialty pharmacies handle high-cost, complex medications where generics and biosimilars are changing care-but with major challenges. Learn how pharmacists can safely integrate them without risking patient outcomes.

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Learn how to talk to your doctor about safely reducing unnecessary medications. Use goal-based questions, prepare a medication journal, and use proven communication strategies to improve your health and independence.

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Pharmacists are the last line of defense against counterfeit drugs. Learn how modern training programs, AI tools, and global initiatives are helping them spot fake medications and protect patients.

• DARREN LLOYD
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Narrow therapeutic index drugs require precise dosing and regular monitoring. Learn which common medications fall into this high-risk category, why switching generics can be dangerous, and how to stay safe with simple, practical steps.

• DARREN LLOYD
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Venlafaxine can raise blood pressure, especially at higher doses. Learn how it happens, who's at risk, and what monitoring steps you need to take to stay safe while treating depression or anxiety.

• DARREN LLOYD
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Non-English speakers face dangerous risks when taking medication due to unclear labels. Learn how translated instructions, professional interpreters, and plain language can prevent deadly errors and ensure safe use.