Author: Lauren Williams
9
Facial Flushing from Medications: Common Triggers and How to Find Relief
Facial flushing from medications is a common side effect caused by drugs that dilate blood vessels. Learn which medications trigger it, how to recognize it, and practical ways to reduce or manage the redness and heat without stopping essential treatments.
8
Pneumonia Types: Bacterial, Viral, and Fungal Lung Infections Explained
Learn the key differences between bacterial, viral, and fungal pneumonia - from symptoms and causes to treatment and prevention. Understand how each type affects the lungs and why correct diagnosis saves lives.
7
Stability Testing Requirements: Temperature and Time Conditions for Pharmaceutical Products
Stability testing ensures pharmaceuticals remain safe and effective over time. Learn the exact temperature, humidity, and time conditions required by ICH Q1A(R2) for global regulatory approval.
6
Ocular Trauma: What to Do When Chemicals Hit Your Eye
If chemicals splash into your eye, immediate flushing with water for at least 20 minutes is critical to prevent permanent vision loss. Learn the exact steps, common mistakes to avoid, and why timing saves sight.
5
Immunosuppressants: Cyclosporine and Tacrolimus Generic Issues
Cyclosporine and tacrolimus are life-saving immunosuppressants after transplant, but generic versions carry risks due to narrow therapeutic index. Learn how switching generics can affect blood levels, cause rejection, and what you can do to stay safe.
4
Pre-Medication Strategies: How Antiemetics, Antihistamines, and Steroids Prevent Reactions
Learn how antiemetics, antihistamines, and steroids prevent dangerous reactions during CT scans, chemotherapy, and surgery. Discover which drugs work best, when to take them, and why timing matters.
3
Narcolepsy: Understanding Daytime Sleepiness and Stimulant Treatment Options
Narcolepsy causes overwhelming daytime sleepiness that can't be fixed by sleep alone. Stimulants like modafinil and armodafinil are first-line treatments to help patients stay alert, with newer options offering fewer side effects. Learn how these drugs work, what works best, and what’s coming next.
3
Pharmacogenomics Testing: How Your Genes Decide Which Medications Work for You
Pharmacogenomics testing uses your DNA to predict how you'll respond to medications, reducing side effects and improving effectiveness. Learn how genes like CYP2D6 influence drug metabolism and why this science is changing how doctors prescribe.
1
Symptoms of Taking Counterfeit Medications: What to Watch For
Counterfeit meds can look real but contain deadly substances like fentanyl or nothing at all. Learn the physical signs, symptoms after ingestion, and how to protect yourself from fake pills.
31
How Buyers Use Generic Drug Competition to Lower Prescription Prices
Generic drug competition drives prescription prices down by up to 97% when multiple manufacturers enter the market. Buyers like Medicare use this competition as leverage to negotiate lower costs for brand-name drugs, saving billions annually.
30
New Safety Data Changing Medication Guidelines: Latest Updates for 2025
New safety data from ISMP, NIOSH, CMS, and WHO has led to major updates in medication guidelines for 2025. Learn how weight-based dosing, hazardous drug lists, and Medicare measures are changing pharmacy practice and patient safety.
28
Keratoconus: How Rigid Lenses Restore Vision When the Cornea Thins
Keratoconus causes the cornea to thin and bulge, distorting vision. Rigid contact lenses-especially RGP and scleral types-are the most effective non-surgical solution, restoring clear vision by creating a smooth optical surface over the irregular cornea.
