Category: Medications - Page 3

How to Safely Dispose of Unused Opioids to Prevent Misuse and Overdose

How to Safely Dispose of Unused Opioids to Prevent Misuse and Overdose

  • Jan, 3 2026
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Learn how to safely dispose of unused opioids using take-back programs, deactivation pouches, or FDA-approved methods to prevent accidental overdose and misuse. Simple steps can save lives.

Bariatric Surgery and Medication Absorption: How Dose and Formulation Changes Affect Your Treatment

Bariatric Surgery and Medication Absorption: How Dose and Formulation Changes Affect Your Treatment

  • Jan, 1 2026
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After bariatric surgery, how your body absorbs medication changes dramatically. Learn which drugs need dose adjustments, why extended-release pills often fail, and what steps to take to stay safe and healthy.

Oral Diabetes Medications Compared: Metformin, Sulfonylureas, and GLP-1 Agonists

Oral Diabetes Medications Compared: Metformin, Sulfonylureas, and GLP-1 Agonists

  • Dec, 30 2025
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Compare metformin, sulfonylureas, and GLP-1 agonists for type 2 diabetes: effectiveness, side effects, weight impact, heart benefits, and cost. See which drug fits your needs and why prescriptions are shifting.

Medicare Part D Drug Coverage Explained for Patients in 2025

Medicare Part D Drug Coverage Explained for Patients in 2025

  • Dec, 28 2025
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Medicare Part D in 2025 caps your annual drug costs at $2,000 and eliminates the donut hole. Learn how the new coverage phases work, how to pick the right plan, and how to avoid costly mistakes.

When Expired Medications Become Toxic and Dangerous: What You Really Need to Know

When Expired Medications Become Toxic and Dangerous: What You Really Need to Know

  • Dec, 25 2025
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Most expired medications aren’t toxic-but some can be deadly. Learn which drugs become dangerous after expiration, why storage matters more than the date, and what you should never risk taking.

Counterfeit Generics: How to Protect Yourself from Fake Medications

Counterfeit Generics: How to Protect Yourself from Fake Medications

  • Dec, 17 2025
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Counterfeit generics are fake medications that look real but contain dangerous or inactive ingredients. Learn how to spot them, which drugs are most at risk, and how to buy safely to protect your health.

Generic Drug Recalls: Why They Happen and What to Do

Generic Drug Recalls: Why They Happen and What to Do

  • Dec, 15 2025
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Generic drug recalls happen when medications fail safety standards due to manufacturing flaws. Learn why they occur, what the risks are, and exactly what to do if your prescription is affected.

Quality concerns: when clinicians question generic manufacturing

Quality concerns: when clinicians question generic manufacturing

  • Dec, 12 2025
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Clinicians are raising alarms over generic drug quality as manufacturing shifts overseas. A 2023 study found Indian-made generics linked to 54% more severe adverse events than U.S.-made versions - sparking debate over FDA oversight, supply chain risks, and the true cost of cheap medicine.

GLP-1 Agonists and Pancreatitis Risk: What You Need to Know About Monitoring and Alternatives

GLP-1 Agonists and Pancreatitis Risk: What You Need to Know About Monitoring and Alternatives

  • Dec, 11 2025
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GLP-1 agonists like Ozempic and Wegovy help with weight loss and diabetes but carry a low risk of pancreatitis. Learn who's at risk, what symptoms to watch for, and safer alternatives if you're concerned.

Cancer Medications: Understanding Chemotherapy Drug Interactions and How to Stay Safe

Cancer Medications: Understanding Chemotherapy Drug Interactions and How to Stay Safe

  • Dec, 10 2025
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Chemotherapy drug interactions can be deadly. Learn how common medications, supplements, and even grapefruit can interfere with cancer treatment-and what you must do to stay safe.