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SSRI and SNRI Discontinuation Timelines: What Patients Can Expect

SSRI and SNRI Discontinuation Timelines: What Patients Can Expect

Maddie Shepherd Jan 27 12 Comments

Stopping SSRIs or SNRIs can trigger withdrawal symptoms that last days to months. Learn what to expect, how long symptoms last, why tapering speed matters, and how to avoid common mistakes when discontinuing antidepressants.

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How to Stay Informed About Global Medication Safety News

How to Stay Informed About Global Medication Safety News

Maddie Shepherd Jan 26 8 Comments

Learn how to track global medication safety updates through WHO alerts, #MedSafetyWeek, Yellow Card reporting, and expert best practices. Stay ahead of drug risks with trusted sources and actionable steps.

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Therapeutic Drug Monitoring for Generic NTI Drugs: Protecting Patients When Substitutions Matter

Therapeutic Drug Monitoring for Generic NTI Drugs: Protecting Patients When Substitutions Matter

Maddie Shepherd Jan 26 12 Comments

Therapeutic drug monitoring ensures safe use of generic NTI drugs by measuring blood levels to prevent toxicity or treatment failure. Essential for drugs like warfarin and digoxin, TDM is a simple, cost-effective safety step often overlooked after generic switches.

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How Lower Generic Drug Prices Improve Patient Adherence and Cut Healthcare Costs

How Lower Generic Drug Prices Improve Patient Adherence and Cut Healthcare Costs

Maddie Shepherd Jan 24 15 Comments

Lower generic drug prices directly improve patient adherence, reduce hospitalizations, and save billions in healthcare costs. Evidence shows generics work just as well-and cost up to 85% less.

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FDA Warnings: Herbal Products That Require Medical Disclosure

FDA Warnings: Herbal Products That Require Medical Disclosure

Maddie Shepherd Jan 23 8 Comments

The FDA warns that many herbal supplements can dangerously interact with prescription medications. Learn which herbs to avoid, how to spot unsafe products, and why you must tell your doctor what you're taking.

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Myxedema Coma: Recognizing and Treating Severe Hypothyroidism in Emergencies

Myxedema Coma: Recognizing and Treating Severe Hypothyroidism in Emergencies

Maddie Shepherd Jan 22 9 Comments

Myxedema coma is a life-threatening emergency caused by severe hypothyroidism. Recognizing symptoms like confusion, hypothermia, and slow breathing-and treating immediately with thyroid hormone-can save lives.

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How to Talk to Your Doctor About Medication Side Effects

How to Talk to Your Doctor About Medication Side Effects

Maddie Shepherd Jan 20 10 Comments

Learn how to talk to your doctor about medication side effects so you can stay on your treatment, avoid unpleasant surprises, and make informed choices. Real advice for managing side effect burden.

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IgA Deficiency: What You Need to Know About Immune Disorder and Transfusion Risks

IgA Deficiency: What You Need to Know About Immune Disorder and Transfusion Risks

Maddie Shepherd Jan 19 10 Comments

IgA deficiency is the most common primary immunodeficiency, affecting 1 in 300 to 700 people. Most are asymptomatic, but 5-10% face recurrent infections and serious transfusion risks. Learn how to prevent life-threatening reactions.

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Bromocriptine for Diabetes: How to Manage Nausea, Dizziness, and the Right Timing

Bromocriptine for Diabetes: How to Manage Nausea, Dizziness, and the Right Timing

Maddie Shepherd Jan 18 9 Comments

Bromocriptine (Cycloset) is a unique diabetes drug that targets the brain to improve blood sugar and lower heart risk. Learn how to manage nausea, dizziness, and the critical morning timing rule to make it work.

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How to Create a Medication Expiration Review Schedule

How to Create a Medication Expiration Review Schedule

Maddie Shepherd Jan 17 10 Comments

Learn how to create a simple, effective medication expiration review schedule to avoid dangerous expired drugs, reduce waste, and keep your family safe. Step-by-step guide with real-world tips.

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Cmax and AUC in Bioequivalence: What Peak Concentration and Total Exposure Really Mean

Cmax and AUC in Bioequivalence: What Peak Concentration and Total Exposure Really Mean

Maddie Shepherd Jan 16 8 Comments

Cmax and AUC are the two key pharmacokinetic measures used to prove generic drugs work the same as brand-name versions. Learn how peak concentration and total exposure determine bioequivalence and why both matter for safety and effectiveness.

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MedWatch System Explained: How FDA Tracks Drug and Device Safety

MedWatch System Explained: How FDA Tracks Drug and Device Safety

Maddie Shepherd Jan 15 9 Comments

MedWatch is the FDA's system for collecting reports of adverse events from drugs, devices, and cosmetics. Learn how it works, who reports, why it matters, and how you can help improve drug safety.

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