Archive: 2025/11 - Page 2

19

Nov
MAOIs and OTC Cold Medicines: What You Need to Know About Hypertensive Crisis and Serotonin Risks

MAOIs and OTC Cold Medicines: What You Need to Know About Hypertensive Crisis and Serotonin Risks

MAOIs can cause life-threatening hypertensive crisis or serotonin syndrome when mixed with common OTC cold medicines like Sudafed or Robitussin DM. Learn which ingredients to avoid and what’s safe to take instead.

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19

Nov
Montelukast for Allergic Airways: How Leukotriene Inhibitors Work and When They’re Used

Montelukast for Allergic Airways: How Leukotriene Inhibitors Work and When They’re Used

Montelukast is a leukotriene inhibitor used for chronic asthma and allergic rhinitis. It's not a rescue medication but helps reduce inflammation over time, especially for kids and those who struggle with inhalers. Learn how it works, who benefits most, and what the real risks are.

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18

Nov
Dapsone vs Alternatives: What Works Best for Skin Conditions Like Leprosy and Dermatitis Herpetiformis

Dapsone vs Alternatives: What Works Best for Skin Conditions Like Leprosy and Dermatitis Herpetiformis

Dapsone treats leprosy and dermatitis herpetiformis but has serious side effects. Learn how sulfapyridine, Bactrim, and gluten-free diets compare as safer, effective alternatives.

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18

Nov
The Incredible Benefits of Allantoin for Your Skin

The Incredible Benefits of Allantoin for Your Skin

Allantoin is a gentle, science-backed ingredient that soothes irritation, repairs skin barriers, and helps heal dry or sensitive skin. Found in everyday moisturizers and baby products, it's a quiet hero for redness, windburn, and post-treatment recovery.

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17

Nov
Generic Drug Quality Issues: Manufacturing Plant Problems Explained

Generic Drug Quality Issues: Manufacturing Plant Problems Explained

Generic drug quality issues stem from manufacturing flaws in overseas plants, leading to recalls, shortages, and patient harm. Learn how cGMP violations, poor oversight, and cost pressures create risks-and what you can do to protect yourself.

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17

Nov
Medications That Are High-Risk for Seniors: What to Review

Medications That Are High-Risk for Seniors: What to Review

Many seniors take high-risk medications that increase fall risk, confusion, and hospitalization. Learn which drugs to review, safer alternatives, and how to start a medication safety plan today.

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16

Nov
Insurance Coverage of Online Pharmacy Generics: What You Need to Know in 2025

Insurance Coverage of Online Pharmacy Generics: What You Need to Know in 2025

Learn how insurance covers generic drugs from online pharmacies in 2025 - including mail-order vs. independent sites, copay differences, and how to avoid costly mistakes.

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14

Nov
Thyroid Nodules: How to Tell If They're Benign or Cancerous and When a Biopsy Is Really Needed

Thyroid Nodules: How to Tell If They're Benign or Cancerous and When a Biopsy Is Really Needed

Most thyroid nodules are harmless, but knowing when to get a biopsy can save you from unnecessary surgery. Learn how ultrasound, growth rate, and molecular testing help distinguish benign from cancerous nodules.

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13

Nov
How to Verify Online News about Drug Recalls and Warnings

How to Verify Online News about Drug Recalls and Warnings

Learn how to spot fake drug recall alerts and verify real ones using official FDA sources. Avoid dangerous mistakes by checking lot numbers, recall event codes, and official databases before stopping any medication.

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10

Nov
Metabolic Syndrome: The Hidden Cluster of Heart Disease Risk Factors

Metabolic Syndrome: The Hidden Cluster of Heart Disease Risk Factors

Metabolic syndrome is a cluster of five risk factors - including belly fat, high blood pressure, and insulin resistance - that dramatically increase heart disease and diabetes risk. Learn how to identify and reverse it with lifestyle changes.

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