Category: Medications - Page 2
Osteoporosis Medications: How Bisphosphonates and Calcium Work Together (and When They Fight)
Bisphosphonates help prevent osteoporosis fractures, but they only work if taken correctly with calcium. Timing matters-take them on an empty stomach, wait an hour before calcium, and never mix them. Here's how to get it right.
Age and Sex in Bioequivalence Studies: What Regulators Require Today
Modern bioequivalence studies must account for age and sex differences to ensure generic drugs work safely for everyone. Learn what the FDA, EMA, and other regulators require today-and why outdated study designs are no longer enough.
How to Ask for Alternatives if a Medication Is Not Working
If your medication isn't working, you don't have to suffer in silence. Learn how to ask your doctor for alternatives with clear questions, practical tips, and proven strategies that help you get better care faster.
Infant Medication Safety: Drops, Concentrations, and Dosage
Infant medication errors are a leading cause of pediatric emergencies. Learn how to safely give drops, understand concentrations, calculate accurate doses, and avoid the most common mistakes that put babies at risk.
Long-Term Care Insurance and Generic Drug Coverage in Nursing Homes: What You Really Need to Know
Long-term care insurance doesn't cover generic drugs in nursing homes. Medicare Part D pays for most prescriptions, but formulary restrictions and coverage gaps leave many residents at risk. Know how to navigate drug coverage before moving in.
Bioequivalence and Patient Safety: Why Testing Ensures Safe Generic Medications
Bioequivalence testing ensures generic drugs work as safely and effectively as brand-name versions. Learn how this science protects patients, saves billions, and keeps the healthcare system running.
How to Use Behavioral Tricks to Build a Medication Habit
Learn how to use simple behavioral tricks-like habit stacking, reminders, and visual tracking-to turn taking medication into an automatic routine. No willpower needed.
Grapefruit Juice and Medications: What You Need to Know About Dangerous Interactions
Grapefruit juice can dangerously increase levels of many medications, leading to life-threatening side effects. Learn which drugs interact with grapefruit, why it happens, and what to do to stay safe.
Switching Health Plans? How to Check Generic Drug Coverage to Save Money
Switching health plans? Don't overlook generic drug coverage. A small change in formulary tiers can cost you hundreds or thousands annually. Learn how to check your meds, compare tiers, and avoid surprise costs.
Managing Warfarin and Antibiotics: What You Need to Know About Dangerous Interactions
Warfarin and antibiotics can interact dangerously, raising bleeding risk. Learn which antibiotics are safest, how to monitor your INR, and what to do if you need antibiotics while on blood thinners.