Author: Evan Moorehouse

2

Dec
Multiple Sclerosis: How the Immune System Attacks the Nervous System

Multiple Sclerosis: How the Immune System Attacks the Nervous System

Multiple sclerosis is an autoimmune disease where the immune system attacks the myelin sheath around nerves, causing vision loss, numbness, and mobility issues. Learn how it develops, what triggers it, and how modern treatments are changing outcomes.

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1

Dec
Hair Loss from Immunosuppressants: Causes and What You Can Do

Hair Loss from Immunosuppressants: Causes and What You Can Do

Hair loss from immunosuppressants like tacrolimus is common, especially in women. Learn why it happens, which drugs cause it, and proven ways to cope - without stopping life-saving treatment.

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28

Nov
Negotiated rebates on generics: what insurance actually pays

Negotiated rebates on generics: what insurance actually pays

Generic drugs are cheap-but what insurance actually pays isn't what you think. Hidden fees, spread pricing, and perverse incentives mean your plan may be overpaying while you're told you're saving money.

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27

Nov
Crohn’s Disease: Managing Chronic Inflammation with Biologic Therapy

Crohn’s Disease: Managing Chronic Inflammation with Biologic Therapy

Biologic therapy has transformed Crohn’s disease management by targeting specific immune pathways to reduce inflammation and prevent complications. Learn how these drugs work, which ones are most effective, and what real patients experience.

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23

Nov
How to Manage Pediatric Medication Side Effects at Home

How to Manage Pediatric Medication Side Effects at Home

Learn how to safely manage common pediatric medication side effects at home - from vomiting and rashes to dosing errors and storage mistakes. Practical, evidence-based steps for parents.

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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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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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