Clarithromycin can cause deadly interactions with common drugs like colchicine, statins, and heart medications. Learn which combinations to avoid and safer alternatives that could save your life.
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Learn how to create a simple, effective medication expiration review schedule to avoid unsafe or ineffective drugs. Includes high-risk meds, storage tips, tracking tools, and disposal methods.
Understand the two main types of precancerous colorectal polyps-adenomas and serrated lesions-and how they differ in risk, detection, and treatment. Learn why screening and follow-up matter for preventing colon cancer.
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Black Box Warnings on Antidepressants for Youth: What Parents and Doctors Need to Know
The FDA's black box warning on antidepressants for youth was meant to prevent suicide-but research shows it may have increased risk by reducing treatment. Learn what the warning really means and how to make safe, informed decisions.
Why your generic medication might cost more than the brand-name version-explained. Learn how tiered copays, PBM rebates, and formulary changes affect your out-of-pocket costs-and what you can do about it.
Lamotrigine and valproate together can cause dangerous skin reactions-but only if dosed wrong. Learn the exact starting dose, titration schedule, and warning signs that can prevent life-threatening rashes.
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Generic vs Brand Identification in Pharmacy Systems: Best Practices for Accurate Medication Management
Learn how pharmacy systems accurately distinguish between generic and brand-name drugs using NDC codes, FDA Therapeutic Equivalence ratings, and best practices to ensure safety, compliance, and cost savings.
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Multiple Sclerosis: Understanding Neurological Deterioration and How Disease-Modifying Therapies Work
Multiple Sclerosis causes progressive nerve damage through inflammation and axonal loss. Current treatments reduce relapses but can't reverse degeneration. Learn how MS progresses and what new therapies are targeting nerve protection.
Expired medications with a narrow therapeutic index can be deadly-even small drops in potency can cause serious harm. Learn which drugs are most at risk and what to do if yours is past its date.
SSRIs can increase bleeding risk by reducing serotonin in platelets, impairing clotting. Paroxetine carries the highest risk, while sertraline is safer. Learn how to assess your risk and what to do if you're on blood thinners or planning surgery.