Category: Pharmacy - Page 2
DOAC Dosing in Obesity: What Works, What Doesn’t, and What You Need to Know
Apixaban and rivaroxaban are safe and effective at standard doses for obese patients. Dabigatran increases bleeding risk. Edoxaban may need monitoring in extreme obesity. No dose escalation is recommended.
How to Manage Interactions When Starting a New Medication
Learn how to safely manage drug interactions when starting a new medication. Avoid dangerous combinations, recognize high-risk pairings, and take practical steps to protect your health with expert-backed strategies.
How to Coordinate Mail-Order and Local Pharmacy to Save Money on Medications
Learn how to split your prescriptions between mail-order and local pharmacies to save hundreds a year on medications. Discover which drugs to fill where, how to avoid hidden costs, and the simple system that works in 2025.
Telehealth Medication Reviews: How to Prepare and What to Ask
Learn how to prepare for a telehealth medication review, what questions to ask, and how to avoid dangerous drug interactions. A practical guide to staying safe with your meds from home.
Alcohol and Diabetes Medications: How to Avoid Dangerous Low Blood Sugar
Alcohol can cause dangerous low blood sugar in people taking diabetes medications like insulin or sulfonylureas. Learn how to drink safely, which drinks to avoid, and why timing and monitoring matter more than you think.
Mood and Behavioral Changes from Corticosteroids: What You Need to Know About Psychosis Risk
Corticosteroids can trigger mood swings, insomnia, and even psychosis - especially at high doses. Learn the signs, risks, and what to do if you or a loved one starts acting strangely on steroid treatment.
How to Talk to Patients About Generic Medications Without Losing Their Trust
Learn how to confidently explain generic medications to patients, address common fears, and improve adherence using proven communication techniques backed by science and real-world data.
Chronic Opioid-Induced Nausea: Diet, Hydration, and Medication Options
Chronic opioid-induced nausea affects up to one-third of long-term users and often doesn't improve with time. Learn how diet, hydration, and medication choices can help manage persistent nausea without stopping pain relief.
How to Bring Pill Bottles to Appointments for Accurate Medication Reconciliation
Bringing your actual pill bottles to medical appointments is the most reliable way to prevent dangerous medication errors. Learn exactly what to bring, why original labels matter, and how to prepare so your doctor can reconcile your meds accurately.
How Patients Can Prevent Medication Errors and Stay Safe
Patients play a vital role in preventing medication errors. Learn the seven key actions you can take today to stay safe, spot mistakes, and work with your healthcare team effectively.
How to Ensure Accurate Dosing Devices with Liquid Prescriptions
Accurate liquid medication dosing saves lives. Learn why oral syringes beat cups and spoons, how to read labels correctly, and what to do if your pharmacy gives you the wrong tool.
Valproate and Lamotrigine: How to Reduce Rash Risk with Proper Dosing
Valproate and lamotrigine together increase the risk of severe skin rashes unless dosed carefully. Learn the exact dosing protocol to prevent life-threatening reactions like Stevens-Johnson syndrome.