Category: Health & Pharmacy - Page 2
Extra Help Program for Low-Income Seniors: How to Qualify for Prescription Drug Savings
Learn how low-income seniors can qualify for the Medicare Extra Help Program to cut prescription drug costs to as low as $1.60 per generic. Find out income limits, asset rules, and how to apply in 2025.
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Prescription Writing Errors and How to Catch Them as a Patient
Prescription writing errors cause hundreds of thousands of injuries each year. Learn the 7 key things to check on every prescription and how to catch dangerous mistakes before they harm you.
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Weight Management During Psychotropic Medications: Practical Strategies to Combat Gain
Psychotropic medications often cause significant weight gain, increasing risks of diabetes and heart disease. Learn which drugs pose the highest risk, how to manage weight safely, and what treatments like metformin and lifestyle changes can help.
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Azathioprine and Allopurinol: How Low-Dose Combination Therapy Prevents Toxic Metabolite Buildup
Low-dose azathioprine with allopurinol (LDAA) redirects toxic metabolite production in IBD patients, improving efficacy and reducing liver damage. Learn how it works, who benefits, and why proper dosing is critical.
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St. John’s Wort and SSRIs: The Hidden Danger of Serotonin Syndrome
St. John’s Wort may seem like a safe natural alternative to SSRIs, but combining them can trigger serotonin syndrome-a life-threatening condition. Learn why experts warn against mixing them and what to do instead.
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State Laws on NTI Drug Substitution: How Rules Vary Across the U.S.
State laws on NTI drug substitution vary widely across the U.S., with 27 states restricting generic swaps for critical medications like warfarin and levothyroxine. Know your rights, your drugs, and your state’s rules.
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How to Improve Adherence for Inhalers, Patches, and Injectables
Learn practical, evidence-based ways to improve adherence for inhalers, patches, and injectables. From smart tech to simple habits, discover what actually works to take your meds right - every time.
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Cholesterol-Lowering Medications: Statins vs. Alternative Options
Statins are the first choice for lowering LDL cholesterol, but side effects and ineffectiveness mean many need alternatives. Ezetimibe, PCSK9 inhibitors, bempedoic acid, and inclisiran offer real options when statins don't work.
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How Brand Manufacturers Produce Their Own Generic Versions
Brand-name drug makers produce their own generic versions to keep market share after patents expire. These authorized generics are identical to the original drug but sold under a different label - a legal, strategic move that affects pricing and patient choices.
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How to Prepare Unused Medications for Take-Back Events: A Simple Step-by-Step Guide
Learn how to safely prepare unused medications for take-back events to prevent misuse and environmental harm. Follow simple steps to protect privacy and ensure your meds are accepted at collection sites.
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The Environmental Impact of Dabigatran Manufacturing and Disposal
Dabigatran saves lives but harms ecosystems through toxic manufacturing waste and persistent environmental contamination. Learn how it pollutes water, why disposal methods fail, and what patients and manufacturers can do.
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Septilin vs Alternatives: Indian Bdellium, Indian Gooseberry, Tinospora Gulancha Compared
Septilin combines Indian Bdellium, Indian Gooseberry, and Tinospora Gulancha for proven immune support. Compare it to Chyawanprash, Giloy, Echinacea, Curcumin, and Astragalus to find the best herbal option for your needs.
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