Corticosteroids like prednisone can cause high blood sugar even in people without diabetes. Learn how they trigger hyperglycemia, who's at risk, and how to manage it safely with insulin and monitoring.
Olivia AHOUANGAN | Nov, 17 2025 Read More
MAOIs are effective for treatment-resistant depression, but they require strict dietary restrictions. Tyramine in fermented foods like soy sauce, kimchi, and draft beer can trigger dangerous blood pressure spikes. Learn what to avoid beyond cheese.
Olivia AHOUANGAN | Nov, 16 2025 Read More
Learn how medication safety alerts during pregnancy work, which drugs are risky, what changed after the FDA dropped letter ratings, and how to make informed choices without panic or guesswork.
Olivia AHOUANGAN | Nov, 15 2025 Read More
Guillain-Barré Syndrome causes sudden muscle weakness and can lead to paralysis. IVIG treatment, given within two weeks of symptoms, can cut recovery time in half and prevent life-threatening complications.
Olivia AHOUANGAN | Nov, 14 2025 Read More
Certain medications can silently scar your lungs, leading to drug-induced pulmonary fibrosis. Learn which drugs carry the highest risk, how to spot early symptoms, and what to do if you're taking them.
Olivia AHOUANGAN | Nov, 12 2025 Read More
Certain medications like NSAIDs, corticosteroids, and decongestants can raise blood pressure - often without warning. Learn how to spot it, monitor it, and manage it safely before it causes serious harm.
Callum Laird | Nov, 6 2025 Read More
Erythromycin is still used today for penicillin-allergic patients, specific respiratory infections, and acne. Learn how it compares to azithromycin, amoxicillin, and other antibiotics - and when it's truly the best choice.
Callum Laird | Nov, 3 2025 Read More