Author: Lydia Penhaligon
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18 Feb
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7 Feb
Warfarin and NSAIDs: The Bleeding Risk Explained in Detail
Combining warfarin with NSAIDs doubles the risk of serious bleeding. This detailed guide explains why, which drugs are most dangerous, what to use instead, and how to stay safe. -
7 Feb
Monitoring Antidepressant Efficacy vs Side Effect Burden: Patient Strategies
Learn how to track antidepressant effectiveness and side effects using simple, evidence-based tools like PHQ-9 and mood journals. Take control of your treatment with practical strategies backed by clinical research. -
5 Feb
Family Overdose Emergency Plan: Step-by-Step Guide for 2026
Learn how to prepare your family for medication overdose emergencies. This guide covers recognizing overdose signs, using naloxone, and step-by-step emergency steps. Essential for households with prescription opioids. Save lives with a simple plan. -
3 Feb
How to Create a Food and Medication Interaction Checklist at Home
Learn how to create a personalized food and medication interaction checklist at home to prevent dangerous side effects, reduce ER visits, and improve medication safety with simple, proven steps. -
30 Jan
How to Coordinate Mail-Order and Local Pharmacy to Save Money on Medications
Learn how to split your prescriptions between mail-order and local pharmacies to save hundreds a year on medications. Discover which drugs to order online, which to pick up in person, and how to make your insurance work for you. -
28 Jan
Why Doctors Recommend Generic Medications - And Why Patients Still Hesitate
Doctors recommend generic medications because they work just as well and cost far less - yet many patients still refuse them. This article explains why the science supports generics, why trust is the real barrier, and how both patients and doctors can overcome it. -
27 Jan
Online Pharmacy Counseling for Generics: How to Get Professional Advice on Affordable Medications
Learn how online pharmacy counseling helps you safely switch to generic medications for up to 85% savings. Get expert advice, compare top services, and avoid common pitfalls with trusted pharmacists. -
26 Jan
Neoadjuvant vs. Adjuvant Therapy: When to Treat Before or After Surgery for Cancer
Neoadjuvant therapy treats cancer before surgery to shrink tumors and test drug response; adjuvant therapy clears leftover cells after surgery. New data shows neoadjuvant chemoimmunotherapy improves survival in lung and breast cancer, changing treatment standards. -
26 Jan
Anal Fissures: Painful Tears and How to Heal Them
Anal fissures are painful tears in the anal lining, often caused by constipation. Most heal with diet, sitz baths, and topical creams. Chronic cases may need Botox or surgery. Learn what works-and what doesn’t. -
24 Jan
Alcohol and Prescription Drugs: Dangerous Interaction Effects
Mixing alcohol with prescription drugs can cause dangerous, even deadly, side effects. Learn which medications are most risky, why doctors often don't warn you, and how to protect yourself. -
20 Jan
Medication Costs: How Coupons, Generics, and Prior Authorizations Affect Your Out-of-Pocket Expenses
Learn how generic drugs, prescription coupons, and prior authorizations impact your out-of-pocket medication costs in 2026, and what real savings are now possible thanks to Medicare's new price negotiations.
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