Author: Finnegan Blackwood

Benzodiazepines and Opioids: The Deadly Respiratory Risk 26 Jan

Benzodiazepines and Opioids: The Deadly Respiratory Risk

Combining benzodiazepines and opioids dramatically increases the risk of fatal respiratory depression. This deadly interaction is responsible for thousands of overdose deaths each year-and it’s preventable.

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Drug Interactions Discovered Post-Market: What It Means for Your Safety 26 Jan

Drug Interactions Discovered Post-Market: What It Means for Your Safety

Drug interactions discovered after approval can be deadly - and they’re more common than you think. Learn how real-world use reveals hidden risks that clinical trials miss, and what you can do to stay safe.

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Antihistamines in Elderly Patients: Why First-Gen Options Are Dangerous and What to Use Instead 24 Jan

Antihistamines in Elderly Patients: Why First-Gen Options Are Dangerous and What to Use Instead

First-generation antihistamines like Benadryl pose serious risks for elderly patients, including confusion, falls, and dementia. Safer alternatives like Claritin and Zyrtec are just as effective for allergies without the dangerous side effects.

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Topical Medication Allergies: How Contact Dermatitis Develops and How to Treat It 23 Jan

Topical Medication Allergies: How Contact Dermatitis Develops and How to Treat It

Topical medication allergies cause itchy, worsening rashes that mimic eczema. Learn how contact dermatitis develops, which drugs trigger it, how patch testing works, and what treatments actually help-without making things worse.

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Methotrexate and NSAIDs: How Their Interaction Raises Kidney Risk and Drug Levels 22 Jan

Methotrexate and NSAIDs: How Their Interaction Raises Kidney Risk and Drug Levels

Methotrexate and NSAIDs can dangerously increase kidney toxicity and drug levels, especially in older adults or those with reduced kidney function. Learn how to avoid life-threatening interactions and what alternatives are safer.

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Allergy and Cold Medications: How to Avoid Dangerous Drug Interactions 21 Jan

Allergy and Cold Medications: How to Avoid Dangerous Drug Interactions

Combination allergy and cold medications can cause dangerous interactions, especially with acetaminophen, phenylephrine, and antidepressants. Learn how to avoid overdose, recognize hidden ingredients, and choose safer options.

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How to Keep Your Medications Safe in Hotels and Hostels 19 Jan

How to Keep Your Medications Safe in Hotels and Hostels

Learn how to safely store prescription and over-the-counter medications in hotels and hostels to prevent theft, accidental access, or legal trouble. Essential tips for travelers with chronic conditions or controlled substances.

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How to Read Storage Instructions on Medication Labels 18 Jan

How to Read Storage Instructions on Medication Labels

Learn how to read storage instructions on medication labels to keep your pills effective and safe. Avoid common mistakes like storing meds in the bathroom or car, and understand what terms like 'refrigerate' and 'protect from light' really mean.

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Post-Market Studies on Generic Drug Safety: What Happens After Approval 17 Jan

Post-Market Studies on Generic Drug Safety: What Happens After Approval

Post-market studies on generic drug safety track real-world side effects and quality issues after approval. Unlike brand-name drugs, generics aren't tested in large trials-so ongoing monitoring by the FDA and patients is critical for safety.

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Generic vs Brand Identification in Pharmacy Systems: Best Practices for Accurate Medication Management 16 Jan

Generic vs Brand Identification in Pharmacy Systems: Best Practices for Accurate Medication Management

Learn how pharmacy systems correctly identify generic vs brand drugs using NDC codes, FDA's Orange Book, and therapeutic equivalence ratings to ensure safe, cost-effective medication dispensing.

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