Category: Medications

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How to Measure Children’s Medication Doses Correctly at Home

Learn how to safely measure children's medication doses at home using oral syringes, milliliters, and weight-based calculations. Avoid common mistakes that can lead to under- or overdosing.

January 26 2026

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Turmeric and Black Pepper with Blood Thinners: What You Need to Know for Safety

Turmeric and black pepper supplements can dangerously increase bleeding risk when taken with blood thinners like warfarin or apixaban. Learn why even 'natural' supplements can be risky and what to do instead.

January 24 2026

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How to Read OTC Drug Facts Labels Correctly and Confidently

Learn how to read OTC drug facts labels to avoid dangerous medication errors. Understand active ingredients, warnings, dosages, and hidden risks to use over-the-counter medicines safely and confidently.

January 21 2026

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Quality concerns: when clinicians question generic manufacturing

Clinicians are raising alarms over generic drug quality as manufacturing shifts overseas. With 54% higher adverse events linked to Indian-made generics, questions are growing about safety, oversight, and the real cost of cheap medicine.

January 19 2026

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Lifetime Savings: How Generic Medications Cut Chronic Condition Costs for Good

Generic medications can save patients thousands over a lifetime when managing chronic conditions like diabetes, high blood pressure, and asthma. Learn how generics work, why they're just as effective, and how to switch to cut your pharmacy bills dramatically.

January 18 2026

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Phenytoin and Generics: What You Need to Know About Therapeutic Drug Monitoring

Phenytoin has a narrow therapeutic range and unpredictable metabolism, making generic switches risky. Learn when and how to monitor levels to avoid toxicity or breakthrough seizures.

January 15 2026

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Lithium and NSAIDs: Understanding the Dangerous Kidney Risks

Lithium and NSAIDs can dangerously interact, raising lithium levels by up to 60% and increasing kidney injury risk. Learn why acetaminophen is safer, which NSAIDs are most dangerous, and how to protect your kidneys.

January 14 2026

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Cost-Effectiveness Analysis: Measuring the Value of Generic Drugs

Cost-effectiveness analysis reveals how generic drugs save billions-but only when priced right. Learn why some generics cost 15x more than equally effective alternatives and how to spot real savings.

January 13 2026

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Generic Drug Prices Over Time: Year-by-Year Changes and What’s Driving Them

Generic drug prices have dropped overall, but year-by-year changes show dangerous spikes for drugs with few manufacturers. Learn why some generics cost $4 and others jump to $50 - and what you can do about it.

January 9 2026

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How to Safely Dispose of Expired EpiPens, Inhalers, and Medication Patches

Learn how to safely dispose of expired EpiPens, inhalers, and medicated patches to protect your family, the environment, and waste workers. Follow FDA and DEA guidelines for sharps, aerosols, and transdermal patches.

January 8 2026