Posted By John Morris On 18 Nov 2025 Comments (9)
Most medications are safe while breastfeeding. Learn how drugs transfer into breast milk, which ones are safest, and how to minimize your baby’s exposure using evidence-based tools like LactMed and Hale’s classification system.
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Posted By John Morris On 18 Nov 2025 Comments (7)
Lopinavir/ritonavir boosts HIV treatment by inhibiting CYP3A4, but this causes dangerous interactions with dozens of common drugs. Learn how it works, which medications to avoid, and why it's fading from use in high-income countries.
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Posted By John Morris On 18 Nov 2025 Comments (11)
When a medication is recalled, stopping your medicine abruptly can be dangerous. Learn the exact steps to take - checking lot numbers, contacting your pharmacy, proper disposal, and when to seek help - to stay safe without risking your health.
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Posted By John Morris On 17 Nov 2025 Comments (7)
State laws determine whether pharmacists must or can choose to give you generic drugs instead of brand-name ones. This affects your costs, adherence, and even your health. Here’s how the rules vary - and what you need to know.
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Posted By John Morris On 17 Nov 2025 Comments (11)
Losing weight can significantly reduce hip osteoarthritis pain and improve joint function. New research shows that losing 10% or more of body weight leads to the best outcomes in mobility, pain, and quality of life.
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Posted By John Morris On 14 Nov 2025 Comments (10)
Learn the key differences between food intolerance and food allergy, including GI symptoms, reliable testing methods, and how to manage each condition safely and effectively.
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Posted By John Morris On 13 Nov 2025 Comments (12)
Learn how to avoid dangerous double ingredients when taking multiple medications. Discover the most common risky combinations, who’s at risk, and the 5 simple steps to stay safe.
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Posted By John Morris On 12 Nov 2025 Comments (12)
Many people misunderstand prescription labels, leading to dangerous medication errors. Learn the top 5 common mistakes, how pharmacists are improving labels, and what you can do right now to stay safe.
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Posted By John Morris On 10 Nov 2025 Comments (8)
The nocebo effect makes people feel worse after switching to generic medications - not because the drugs are different, but because they expect them to be. Learn how negative beliefs trigger real symptoms and how to fight back.
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Posted By John Morris On 1 Nov 2025 Comments (8)
Sacubitril, combined with valsartan as ARNI, improves heart function and blood flow in patients with heart failure and peripheral artery disease, reducing hospitalizations and improving mobility. Evidence shows it outperforms older treatments in this high-risk group.
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