Author: Olivia AHOUANGAN

Global Medication Safety: How Different Countries Regulate Drugs

How do the U.S., EU, Canada, and Australia regulate drugs differently? Discover why safety warnings don’t match across borders, how manufacturing standards vary, and what this means for patients worldwide.

Olivia AHOUANGAN | Jan, 16 2026 Read More

Why Some People React Differently to Generic Medications

Not all generic medications are the same. While they contain the same active ingredient, differences in inactive ingredients and absorption can cause serious side effects for some patients-especially those on narrow therapeutic index drugs like levothyroxine or warfarin.

Olivia AHOUANGAN | Jan, 14 2026 Read More

How to Organize a Medication List for Caregivers and Family

Learn how to create a clear, accurate medication list for seniors taking multiple drugs. Includes what to include, how to update it, and the best formats for caregivers to prevent dangerous errors.

Olivia AHOUANGAN | Jan, 10 2026 Read More

Liquid Antibiotics and Reconstituted Suspensions: Why They Expire So Fast

Liquid antibiotics expire quickly because they break down in water. Learn why amoxicillin lasts 14 days in the fridge, why amoxicillin/clavulanate only lasts 10, and how to avoid using ineffective medicine.

Olivia AHOUANGAN | Jan, 1 2026 Read More

Future Approaches to Changing Perceptions of Generic Drugs

Generic drugs save billions but still face distrust. Learn how new transparency efforts, biosimilars, and patient education are changing perceptions - not by lowering prices, but by building trust.

Olivia AHOUANGAN | Dec, 31 2025 Read More

Fiber Supplements and Medication Absorption: How to Separate Doses

Fiber supplements can block absorption of key medications like levothyroxine, metformin, and lithium. Learn how to safely time your doses-2 to 4 hours apart-to protect your health without giving up fiber's benefits.

Olivia AHOUANGAN | Dec, 27 2025 Read More

Chronic Opioid-Induced Nausea: Diet, Hydration, and Medication Options That Actually Work

Chronic opioid-induced nausea affects up to one-third of long-term users. Learn proven diet, hydration, and medication strategies-including ginger, opioid rotation, and low-dose naltrexone-that actually reduce nausea without sacrificing pain relief.

Olivia AHOUANGAN | Dec, 24 2025 Read More

Peripheral Artery Disease: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment

Peripheral artery disease (PAD) narrows arteries in the legs, causing pain, poor healing, and high risk of heart attack. Learn the symptoms, how it's diagnosed with ABI testing, and proven treatments including walking, quitting smoking, and medication.

Olivia AHOUANGAN | Dec, 22 2025 Read More

Bedtime vs Morning Dosing: How Timing Reduces Daytime Side Effects of Blood Pressure Medications

Changing when you take your blood pressure pill-morning vs bedtime-can reduce dizziness, fatigue, and bathroom trips during the day. Learn which patients benefit most and how to switch safely.

Olivia AHOUANGAN | Dec, 21 2025 Read More

Lithium Carbonate Generics: Serum Level Considerations for Safe and Effective Treatment

Lithium carbonate generics require careful serum level monitoring due to their narrow therapeutic index. Even small differences between brands can lead to toxicity or treatment failure in bipolar disorder. Learn how to manage dosing, testing, and switching safely.

Olivia AHOUANGAN | Dec, 19 2025 Read More