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Key Medication Safety Terms Every Patient Should Know and Use
November 19, 2025
Key Medication Safety Terms Every Patient Should Know and Use

Learn the key medication safety terms every patient should know-from the Eight Rights to high-alert drugs-to prevent dangerous errors and take control of your care. Simple questions can save your life.

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Clozapine vs. Other Antipsychotics: What You Need to Know
November 18, 2025
Clozapine vs. Other Antipsychotics: What You Need to Know

Clozapine is the most effective antipsychotic for treatment-resistant schizophrenia but comes with serious risks. Learn how it compares to risperidone, olanzapine, quetiapine, and aripiprazole - and who benefits most from each.

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QT Prolongation: Medications That Raise Arrhythmia Risk
November 17, 2025
QT Prolongation: Medications That Raise Arrhythmia Risk

QT prolongation can trigger deadly heart rhythms like torsades de pointes. Over 220 medications, from antibiotics to antidepressants, carry this risk. Know which ones to watch for and how to stay safe.

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Charcoal-Grilled Meats and Medications: What You Need to Know About CYP1A2 Effects
November 16, 2025
Charcoal-Grilled Meats and Medications: What You Need to Know About CYP1A2 Effects

Charcoal-grilled meats can trigger enzyme changes that affect how your body processes certain medications. Learn whether this real but small interaction matters for your health-and what actually puts you at risk.

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Generic Prescribing Guidelines: Professional Recommendations for Clinicians
November 15, 2025
Generic Prescribing Guidelines: Professional Recommendations for Clinicians

Professional guidelines on generic prescribing explain when to use generic drugs versus brand names, backed by NHS, FDA, and MHRA data. Learn how to improve adherence, cut costs, and avoid clinical risks.

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Pomegranate Juice and Medications: What You Really Need to Know About CYP Interactions
November 6, 2025
Pomegranate Juice and Medications: What You Really Need to Know About CYP Interactions

Pomegranate juice doesn't interact with medications like grapefruit juice does. Clinical studies show it's safe with most drugs, including blood thinners and statins. Here's what the real evidence says.

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Compare Tretinoin 0.05% with Alternatives for Acne and Anti-Aging
October 30, 2025
Compare Tretinoin 0.05% with Alternatives for Acne and Anti-Aging

Compare tretinoin 0.05% with adapalene, retinol, azelaic acid, and tazarotene for acne and anti-aging. Learn which alternatives work best for sensitive skin, acne, and wrinkles without harsh side effects.

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Azathioprine and Gastrointestinal Side Effects: What You Need to Know
October 28, 2025
Azathioprine and Gastrointestinal Side Effects: What You Need to Know

Azathioprine commonly causes nausea, diarrhea, and stomach pain. Learn how to manage these gastrointestinal side effects, when to worry, and what alternatives exist if it doesn't work for you.

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Proton Pump Inhibitors with Antiplatelets: How to Reduce GI Bleed Risk Without Compromising Heart Protection
October 27, 2025
Proton Pump Inhibitors with Antiplatelets: How to Reduce GI Bleed Risk Without Compromising Heart Protection

Proton pump inhibitors reduce GI bleeding risk in patients on antiplatelet therapy, but not all PPIs are safe with all blood thinners. Learn which ones to use, who needs them, and how to avoid unnecessary side effects.

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Amitriptyline vs Other Antidepressants: In‑Depth Comparison of Benefits, Side Effects & Costs
October 26, 2025
Amitriptyline vs Other Antidepressants: In‑Depth Comparison of Benefits, Side Effects & Costs

A practical guide comparing Amitriptyline with common antidepressant alternatives, covering mechanisms, side effects, costs, and how to choose the right drug for your needs.

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