Category: Health & Wellness - Page 2
How to Prevent Non-Adherence to Medication During Life Transitions and Stress
Learn how to keep taking your medication during big life changes like moving, job shifts, or breakups. Simple, science-backed strategies to stay on track without perfection.
Biosimilar or Generic? How to Choose the Right Medication for Your Treatment
Learn the key differences between biosimilars and generic drugs to make informed treatment choices. Understand safety, cost savings, and when each option is right for you.
Modified-Release Formulations: What You Need to Know About Bioequivalence Rules
Modified-release formulations require special bioequivalence testing to ensure generic versions release drugs at the right time and rate. Learn how regulators like the FDA and EMA assess these complex drugs-and why some generics fail.
What Each Part of Your Rx Medication Label Means for Patients
Learn what every section of your prescription label means-from your name and dosage to warnings and expiration dates-so you can take your meds safely and avoid dangerous mistakes.
Neuromodulation: Spinal Cord Stimulation and Who It Works For
Spinal cord stimulation offers hope for chronic pain sufferers who've run out of options. Learn who qualifies, how it works, what the risks are, and how it compares to opioids and other treatments.
How to Prepare for a Medication Review Appointment: A Step-by-Step Guide
Learn how to prepare for a medication review appointment by gathering all your medicines, making a clear list, and knowing what to ask. Essential for anyone taking five or more medications.
How to Handle Prescription Transfers Between Countries: A Practical Guide for Travelers
Learn how to legally refill prescriptions abroad with this practical guide for travelers. Covering the EU, Canada, U.S. rules, and high-risk countries, this guide gives you the steps to avoid medication shortages while traveling internationally.
Cannabis and Medications: What You Need to Know About Drug Interactions
Cannabis can interfere with prescription medications like warfarin, clobazam, and opioids, leading to dangerous side effects. Learn which interactions are life-threatening, how to stay safe, and what to ask your doctor.
Safe Topical Medications and Creams During Pregnancy: What You Can and Can’t Use
Learn which topical creams and medications are safe to use during pregnancy for acne, eczema, yeast infections, and pain. Get clear, evidence-based guidance on what to use-and what to avoid.
Best Online Drug Databases and Resources for Patients
Discover the most trustworthy, free online drug databases for patients - DailyMed, LactMed, and DrugBank - backed by the U.S. government and designed to help you understand your medications safely and clearly.
Tinnitus and Sleep: Nighttime Strategies for Relief
Tinnitus can make sleep impossible, but science-backed strategies like brown noise, consistent sleep schedules, and CBT can dramatically improve nighttime relief. Learn what actually works-based on real user data and clinical studies.
Adverse Drug Events: Definition, Types, and Proven Prevention Strategies
Adverse drug events cause over a million ER visits yearly in the U.S. Learn what they are, which drugs are most dangerous, and how simple steps like medication reviews and pharmacist involvement can prevent them.
