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11
Dec
How to Use Behavioral Tricks to Build a Medication Habit
Medications

How to Use Behavioral Tricks to Build a Medication Habit

Learn simple, science-backed behavioral tricks to turn medication-taking into a daily habit without relying on willpower. Proven methods include habit stacking, smart reminders, pill organizers, and pharmacy support.

William Blehm
10
Dec
Opioids and Liver Disease: How Impaired Metabolism Increases Risk of Toxicity
Medications

Opioids and Liver Disease: How Impaired Metabolism Increases Risk of Toxicity

Opioids can become dangerous in liver disease due to impaired metabolism, leading to toxic buildup. Learn how different opioids behave, which ones to avoid, and how to use them safely with liver damage.

William Blehm
9
Dec
Aminoglycoside Antibiotics and Kidney Damage: What You Need to Know About Nephrotoxicity
Medications

Aminoglycoside Antibiotics and Kidney Damage: What You Need to Know About Nephrotoxicity

Aminoglycoside antibiotics like gentamicin and tobramycin are powerful against severe infections but carry a 10-25% risk of kidney damage. Learn how it happens, who's at risk, and how to prevent it.

William Blehm
8
Dec
Anxiety Medications: Benzodiazepines and the Real Risks of Mixing Them with Other Drugs
Medications

Anxiety Medications: Benzodiazepines and the Real Risks of Mixing Them with Other Drugs

Benzodiazepines like Xanax and Valium offer fast anxiety relief but carry serious risks when mixed with opioids, alcohol, or other sedatives. Learn the real dangers, who's most at risk, and safer alternatives.

William Blehm
7
Dec
Cannabis and Medications: What You Need to Know About Drug Interactions
Medications

Cannabis and Medications: What You Need to Know About Drug Interactions

Cannabis can interfere with many medications, especially blood thinners, seizure drugs, and sedatives. Learn which combinations are dangerous, how to stay safe, and what to tell your doctor.

William Blehm
5
Dec
How Medications Cross the Placenta and Affect the Fetus
Medications

How Medications Cross the Placenta and Affect the Fetus

Learn how medications pass through the placenta to reach the fetus, what factors influence their transfer, and the real risks to fetal development during pregnancy. Evidence-based insights on common drugs and emerging research.

William Blehm
3
Dec
Why ACE Inhibitors Are Contraindicated in Renal Artery Stenosis
Medications

Why ACE Inhibitors Are Contraindicated in Renal Artery Stenosis

ACE inhibitors can cause sudden kidney failure in people with renal artery stenosis. Learn why this contraindication exists, who’s at risk, and what to do instead - backed by decades of clinical evidence.

William Blehm
2
Dec
Pharmacy Workflow and Error Prevention Systems Explained
Pharmacy

Pharmacy Workflow and Error Prevention Systems Explained

Pharmacy workflow and error prevention systems use barcode scanning, automation, and EHR integration to cut medication errors by up to 80%. Learn how modern tools like BD Pyxis and Simplifi+ improve safety and efficiency in UK pharmacies.

William Blehm
1
Dec
Medication Safety for Pain Management: How to Minimize Opioid Risks in 2025
Medications

Medication Safety for Pain Management: How to Minimize Opioid Risks in 2025

Learn how to safely manage pain in 2025 using CDC and FDA guidelines. Discover opioid dose limits, non-opioid alternatives, and steps to reduce overdose risks while ensuring effective pain relief.

William Blehm
1
Dec
How to Prevent Wrong-Patient Errors at the Pharmacy Counter
Pharmacy

How to Prevent Wrong-Patient Errors at the Pharmacy Counter

Wrong-patient errors in pharmacies can lead to serious harm or death. Learn how strict verification, barcode scanning, counseling, and staff empowerment can stop these preventable mistakes before they happen.

William Blehm
1
Dec
Warfarin Side Effects and Bleeding Risks: What You Must Know as a Patient
Medications

Warfarin Side Effects and Bleeding Risks: What You Must Know as a Patient

Warfarin prevents dangerous blood clots but carries serious bleeding risks. Learn the warning signs, how to manage INR levels, dietary tips, and when to seek emergency help - all based on current medical guidelines.

William Blehm
29
Nov
Basal-Bolus vs Premixed Insulin: Side Effects and Daily Life Impact
Medications

Basal-Bolus vs Premixed Insulin: Side Effects and Daily Life Impact

Basal-bolus and premixed insulin offer different trade-offs in side effects and daily life. Basal-bolus gives flexibility but needs more work; premixed is simpler but risks low blood sugar. Your lifestyle matters more than your HbA1c.

William Blehm