Category: Medications - Page 2
Child-resistant packaging has saved hundreds of thousands of children since the 1970s by making medicine bottles harder for kids to open. Learn how these caps work, which medications require them, why seniors struggle, and what you can do to keep meds safe.
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Acid-reducing medications like PPIs and H2 blockers can drastically reduce the absorption of key drugs like atazanavir and dasatinib, leading to treatment failure. Learn which medications are at risk and how to protect your health.
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Medication Guides are FDA-mandated handouts that explain serious risks of certain prescription drugs in plain language. They're required for about 150 high-risk medications and can prevent life-threatening side effects-if you read them.
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Taking your medication with or without food can make it work better-or fail completely. Learn which drugs need an empty stomach, which need food, and how to avoid dangerous mistakes.
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Learn how to read your medication guide to spot overdose warnings and find antidotes before it's too late. Simple steps to save a life - no medical degree needed.
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Learn how to use FDA databases to verify if your medications are real and avoid dangerous counterfeit drugs. Step-by-step guide for patients and caregivers.
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Australia's PBS makes prescription medicines affordable through government subsidies. Generics drive down costs, but delays and co-payments still leave many struggling. Learn how the system works and who it helps-or leaves behind.
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Corticosteroid-induced hyperglycemia is a common, often overlooked side effect of steroid therapy. Learn how it develops, who's at risk, and how to monitor and manage blood sugar effectively to avoid serious complications.
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Learn how to talk to your doctor and pharmacist about prescription costs before filling a medication. Avoid surprise bills, find cheaper alternatives, and use tools like GoodRx and Medicare Plan Finder to save money.
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Cultural beliefs, religious restrictions, and perceptions of pill appearance significantly impact how patients accept generic medications. Understanding these factors is key to improving adherence and health equity.
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