Archive: 2025/11
Medications with a Narrow Therapeutic Index: Why Expiration Dates Matter More Than You Think
NTI medications like warfarin, lithium, and digoxin have a tiny margin between effective and toxic doses. Expired versions can lose potency or degrade dangerously - putting lives at risk. Never use them past their expiration date.
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How Insurers Decide Which Generic Drugs to Cover
Insurers use strict criteria to choose which generic drugs to cover, focusing on cost, safety, and effectiveness. Learn how formularies work, what P&T committees do, and how to get coverage when a drug is denied.
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Why Switch to Generic Medications: Proven Reasons and Real Savings
Generic medications work just like brand-name drugs but cost up to 85% less. Learn why the FDA approves them, how much you can save, and how to switch safely without risking your health.
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Generic Drug Availability: How Long After Patent Expiration Until You Can Buy It?
Generic drugs don't appear immediately after a brand-name drug's patent expires. Legal delays, patent thickets, and corporate strategies can push availability out by years - here's why and what it means for your prescriptions.
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Edema in CKD: How Diuretics, Salt Restriction, and Compression Therapy Work Together
Edema in chronic kidney disease is caused by fluid buildup from poor kidney function. Learn how diuretics, strict salt restriction, and compression therapy work together to reduce swelling safely and effectively.
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Switching from Brand to Generic Medication: What You Need to Know
Switching from brand-name to generic medication saves money without sacrificing effectiveness. Learn what to expect, when to be cautious, and how to monitor your health after the switch.
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When to Get a Baseline CK Test Before Starting Statins
A baseline CK test before starting statins isn't for everyone - but if you're over 75, have kidney issues, or take interacting meds, it can prevent unnecessary drug stoppages and catch serious muscle damage early.
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Pregnancy and Liver Disease: Understanding Cholestasis and Safe Treatment Options
Intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy (ICP) is a liver condition causing intense itching and elevated bile acids, with risks to the baby. Learn how it's diagnosed, treated with UDCA, monitored, and why timely care matters.
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Mineral Bone Disorder in CKD: Understanding Calcium, PTH, and Vitamin D
CKD-MBD is a serious condition linking kidney disease to bone weakness and heart damage through imbalances in calcium, PTH, and vitamin D. Learn how these elements interact and what you can do to protect yourself.
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How to Talk to Your Pharmacist About Supplements and Food Interactions
Learn how to talk to your pharmacist about supplements and food interactions to avoid dangerous drug reactions. Get practical tips on what to bring, what to ask, and which supplements are most risky.
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