Author: Evan Moorehouse
Oral Chemotherapy: How to Stay on Track, Avoid Dangerous Side Effects, and Stay Safe at Home
Oral chemotherapy offers convenience but comes with hidden risks. Learn how to take it safely, avoid dangerous side effects, and stay on track with your treatment plan at home.
READ MOREMultiple 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.
READ MOREHair 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.
READ MORENegotiated 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.
READ MORECrohn’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.
READ MOREHow 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.
READ MOREMAOIs 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.
READ MOREMontelukast 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.
READ MOREDapsone 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.
READ MOREHow 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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