First Pharmacy UK - Page 3
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18 Dec
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17 Dec
Osteoporosis from Long-Term Corticosteroid Use: Prevention Strategies
Long-term corticosteroid use can cause rapid bone loss and increase fracture risk. Learn proven prevention strategies-including calcium, vitamin D, exercise, and bone-building meds-that actually work, backed by clinical guidelines and real-world data. -
16 Dec
Why Prices Drop at Launch: The Real Reason Behind First Generic Entry
First generic entry causes prices to drop sharply at launch because competitors offer similar products at a fraction of the cost. This trend is reshaping software, electronics, and even pharmaceuticals. -
15 Dec
H2 Blockers and PPIs: When Combining Acid Medications Raises More Risks Than Benefits
Combining H2 blockers and PPIs is common but often unnecessary. Learn when this combo actually helps, the hidden risks like kidney damage and infections, and how to safely reduce or stop these medications. -
15 Dec
Liquid Antibiotics and Reconstituted Suspensions: Why They Expire So Fast
Liquid antibiotics like amoxicillin expire quickly after mixing with water - usually in 10 to 14 days. Learn why they degrade, how storage affects potency, and what you need to do to keep your child’s treatment effective. -
12 Dec
Daptomycin Muscle Toxicity: What You Need to Know About CK Monitoring and Symptoms
Daptomycin is effective against resistant infections but can cause muscle toxicity. Learn key symptoms, when to check CK levels, how to prevent serious damage, and what to do if you're on statins or higher doses. -
11 Dec
Medication Therapy Management Services Explained for Patients
Medication Therapy Management (MTM) is a free service for Medicare Part D patients taking multiple medications. Learn how pharmacists help you avoid side effects, save money, and take your drugs safely and correctly. -
9 Dec
Benzodiazepines: Memory Loss, Fall Risks, and How to Taper Safely
Benzodiazepines can cause memory loss, increase fall risk in older adults, and lead to dependence. Learn how tapering slowly can help restore cognitive function and reduce danger. -
8 Dec
Rhodiola and Antidepressants: What You Need to Know About Serotonin Risks
Rhodiola may help with mild depression, but combining it with antidepressants like SSRIs can cause serotonin syndrome-a dangerous, potentially fatal reaction. Learn the risks, symptoms, and why most supplements don't warn you. -
7 Dec
GLP-1 Agonists and Gallbladder Disease: Recognizing Abdominal Pain Red Flags
GLP-1 agonists like Ozempic and Wegovy can increase gallbladder disease risk, especially with rapid weight loss. Learn the key abdominal pain signs that signal gallstones or cholecystitis - and what to do next. -
6 Dec
Buprenorphine Side Effects: Understanding the Ceiling Effect and Real-World Safety
Buprenorphine's ceiling effect makes it one of the safest treatments for opioid use disorder. Learn how it reduces overdose risk, compares to methadone, and what side effects to expect - backed by clinical data and real-world use. -
5 Dec
Serious vs Non-Serious Adverse Events: When to Report in Clinical Trials
Understand when to report serious vs non-serious adverse events in clinical trials. Learn the FDA and ICH criteria, reporting timelines, common mistakes, and how to avoid costly errors in safety monitoring.