Learn the exact sick day rules for diabetes medications to prevent DKA and AKI. Know when to stop metformin, SGLT2 inhibitors, and blood pressure drugs-and when to keep insulin. Essential for staying safe during illness.
HBV reactivation can strike silently during chemotherapy or biologic therapy, leading to liver failure. Screening and antiviral prophylaxis can prevent it - but only if done correctly. Here's how to stay safe.
Licorice root can reduce the effectiveness of blood pressure medications by increasing sodium retention and lowering potassium. Even small daily amounts can cause dangerous spikes in blood pressure. Know what to avoid and how to stay safe.
Learn how to safely dispose of expired EpiPens, inhalers, and medicated patches without risking health or the environment. Follow step-by-step guidelines for sharps, aerosols, and patches.
Learn how to safely and quickly pass through airport security with liquid medications like insulin, EpiPens, and prescription liquids. Follow TSA rules to avoid delays and ensure your meds stay with you.
An allergy action plan saves lives by telling you exactly which medications to carry and when to use them-especially epinephrine for anaphylaxis. Know the signs, act fast, and never delay treatment.
Learn how to avoid dangerous medication errors after surgery by understanding labeling rules, speaking up during verbal orders, using aseptic technique, and knowing when to question your prescriptions.
IBD biologics like anti-TNF, anti-integrin, and IL-12/23 inhibitors target immune pathways to treat Crohn’s and colitis. Learn how they work, compare their effectiveness, safety, and costs, and understand which one may be right for you.
The FDA now conducts unannounced inspections of foreign generic drug factories to ensure safety. With 90% of U.S. generics made overseas, stricter oversight is critical. Learn how CGMP standards, new inspection rules, and global reforms are changing drug safety in 2026.
Despite making up 90% of prescriptions, generic drugs face chronic shortages due to razor-thin profits, overseas manufacturing, and outdated production. Here’s why essential medications keep disappearing - and what it means for patients.
Learn how to safely split pills to cut medication costs without risking your health. Discover which drugs can be split, the right tools to use, and safer alternatives to save money.
Generic drug shortages are rising, threatening patient access to essential medications. Causes include thin profit margins, manufacturing concentration, and global supply chain risks. These shortages delay treatments, increase costs, and harm health outcomes.
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