Category: Medications - Page 2

Jan

Medications

Generic Drug Approval Standards: Safety, Quality, and Strength Requirements

Generic drugs must meet the same safety, quality, and strength standards as brand-name drugs under FDA regulations. Learn how bioequivalence testing, manufacturing rules, and complex product challenges shape approval.

William Blehm

Jan

Medications

Rhabdomyolysis from Medication Interactions: What You Need to Know About Muscle Breakdown Emergencies

Rhabdomyolysis from medication interactions is a life-threatening condition where muscle tissue breaks down, risking kidney failure. Statins combined with antibiotics or other drugs are the most common cause. Know the signs, ask about risks, and act fast if your urine turns dark.

William Blehm

Jan

Medications

How to Tell a Side Effect from a True Drug Allergy

Learn how to tell the difference between a drug side effect and a true allergy-why mixing them up can harm your health and limit your treatment options. Based on the latest medical guidelines and real patient data.

William Blehm

Jan

Medications

Drug Allergy Skin Testing Explained for Patients

Drug allergy skin testing helps determine if you're truly allergic to medications like penicillin. Most people labeled allergic aren't-testing can safely remove unnecessary restrictions and improve treatment options.

William Blehm

Jan

Medications

Generic Drug Classifications: Types and Categories Explained

Understand how generic drugs are classified by therapeutic use, mechanism, legal status, insurance tiers, and global standards. Learn why these systems matter for your prescriptions and healthcare costs.

William Blehm

Jan

Medications

Vilazodone and Diarrhea: How to Adjust to GI Side Effects

Vilazodone (Viibryd) commonly causes diarrhea in 28% of users, but most cases resolve within 1-2 weeks. Learn how taking it with food, adjusting your diet, and slowing your dose increase can help you manage GI side effects and stay on treatment.

William Blehm

Jan

Medications

How to Prepare for Pediatric Procedures with Pre-Op Medications: A Step-by-Step Guide

Learn how to safely prepare your child for surgery with pre-op medications. Get clear guidelines on fasting, sedatives like midazolam and ketamine, special cases for asthma or seizures, and how to avoid common mistakes.

William Blehm

Jan

Medications

Dental Procedures on Blood Thinners: What You Need to Know About Bleeding Risk and Safety

Learn the truth about dental procedures while on blood thinners: when to stop meds, what procedures are safe, how to control bleeding, and why skipping your pill could be more dangerous than staying on it.

William Blehm

Jan

Medications

Adverse Drug Events: Definition, Types, and How to Prevent Them

Adverse drug events cause over 125,000 hospital admissions each year in the U.S. Learn what they are, the most dangerous types, and proven ways to prevent them - from medication reconciliation to AI-powered alerts.

William Blehm

Jan

Medications

Hyperkalemia in CKD: Diet Limits and Emergency Treatment

Hyperkalemia in CKD is a life-threatening condition requiring careful diet control and emergency treatment. Learn the latest guidelines on potassium limits, emergency interventions, and how new binders help patients stay on essential heart-protecting meds.

William Blehm

Jan

Medications

How to Avoid Duplicate Medications After Specialist Visits

Learn how seniors can prevent dangerous duplicate medications after specialist visits by keeping an updated list, using one pharmacy, asking the right questions, and working with pharmacists to catch overlaps before they cause harm.

William Blehm

Jan

Medications

How to Talk to Your Doctor About Generic Medications

Learn how to confidently ask your doctor about generic medications, understand why they're just as safe and effective as brand-name drugs, and save money without sacrificing your health.

William Blehm