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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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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 and better control but needs more injections. Premixed is simpler but rigid and riskier for lows. Your lifestyle should guide your choice.
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Parkinson’s Disease and Antipsychotics: How Certain Medications Worsen Motor Symptoms
Certain antipsychotics can severely worsen motor symptoms in Parkinson’s patients by blocking dopamine. Clozapine and quetiapine are safer options, but non-drug approaches often work best. Avoid haloperidol and risperidone at all costs.
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Perimenopause and Mood: How Hormonal Shifts Affect Emotions and What Works
Perimenopause can trigger intense mood swings due to hormonal shifts in estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone. Learn how these changes affect your brain, what treatments actually work, and how to get the right care.
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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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Sleep Hygiene: Simple Behavioral Changes to Improve Sleep Quality
Sleep hygiene isn't about fancy gadgets - it's about daily habits that train your body to sleep better. Learn the 4 science-backed behaviors that actually improve sleep quality and how to make them stick.
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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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