Archive: 2025/12 - Page 2

Adverse Event Reporting: What Pharmacists Must Know About Generic Medication Safety

Pharmacists play a critical role in spotting and reporting adverse reactions to generic medications. Learn why their reports matter, how to report correctly, and how this simple step protects public health.

Olivia AHOUANGAN | Dec, 18 2025 Read More

Antihistamines and Pain Relievers While Nursing: What’s Safe

Learn which antihistamines and pain relievers are safe to take while breastfeeding. Discover the best options like loratadine and ibuprofen, and avoid risky medications that can affect your baby.

Callum Laird | Dec, 17 2025 Read More

Safe Antihistamines and Pain Relievers While Nursing: What You Need to Know

Learn which antihistamines and pain relievers are safe to take while breastfeeding. Discover the top recommended options like loratadine, cetirizine, ibuprofen, and acetaminophen - and which ones to avoid for your baby's safety.

Callum Laird | Dec, 17 2025 Read More

How to Read Prescription Dosage Instructions: Frequency and Timing Explained

Learn how to read prescription dosage labels correctly to avoid dangerous mistakes. Understand what 'twice daily' really means, why units like mL matter, and how timing affects your medication's safety and effectiveness.

Callum Laird | Dec, 16 2025 Read More

Unexpected Side Effects from Generic Medications: When to Seek Help

Generic medications save money but can cause unexpected side effects due to differences in inactive ingredients. Learn which drugs carry the highest risk and when to seek medical help if you feel worse after a switch.

Olivia AHOUANGAN | Dec, 15 2025 Read More

Metronidazole Neuropathy: Recognizing Numbness and Tingling Early to Prevent Permanent Damage

Metronidazole can cause numbness and tingling in the hands and feet due to nerve damage, especially after prolonged use. Recognizing these symptoms early and stopping the drug can prevent permanent injury.

Olivia AHOUANGAN | Dec, 15 2025 Read More

Melatonin: How This Natural Sleep Hormone Really Works and When It Actually Helps

Melatonin isn't a sleeping pill - it's a natural hormone that signals nighttime. Learn how to use low-dose melatonin correctly for jet lag, shift work, and delayed sleep, and why high doses often backfire.

Callum Laird | Dec, 12 2025 Read More

Genetic Factors in Statin Tolerance: How Pharmacogenomics Testing Can Help

Genetic testing for SLCO1B1 can identify who’s at higher risk for statin muscle side effects, helping patients switch to safer alternatives. This guide explains how pharmacogenomics works, which statins are affected, and what to do if you’ve quit statins due to muscle pain.

Callum Laird | Dec, 11 2025 Read More

Neuropathic Pain: Nerve Damage and Gabapentin vs. Pregabalin

Gabapentin and pregabalin are first-line treatments for neuropathic pain caused by nerve damage. Learn how they work, their differences in effectiveness, side effects, cost, and which one may be right for you.

Olivia AHOUANGAN | Dec, 10 2025 Read More

Hemolytic Anemia from Medications: Recognizing Red Blood Cell Destruction

Drug-induced hemolytic anemia is a rare but dangerous condition where medications trigger the immune system to destroy red blood cells. Learn the signs, top drug culprits, lab markers, and urgent steps to take if you suspect this life-threatening reaction.

Callum Laird | Dec, 9 2025 Read More