Author: Juliet Hargrove - Page 3

Sirolimus can delay wound healing after surgery by blocking key repair processes. Learn when it's safe to start, who's at highest risk, and how to minimize complications with proper timing and patient prep.

Learn how to check your insurance formulary, handle medication changes, and avoid costly gaps in care. Essential guide for anyone on prescription drugs with Medicare or commercial insurance.

Alcohol can cause dangerous spikes in INR levels for people on warfarin, increasing bleeding risk. Learn how drinking affects your blood thinning, what safe limits are, and how to avoid life-threatening complications.

Learn how to use a pill organizer safely to avoid dangerous overdoses. Follow expert-backed steps for filling, storing, and verifying meds-plus what never to put inside.

Learn how to safely use insulin by mastering dosing units, choosing the right syringes, and preventing dangerous hypoglycemia. Essential tips for patients and caregivers.

Learn how to exercise safely and effectively while on beta-blockers or other heart medications that cause fatigue. Discover practical tips using the talk test, RPE scale, and adjusted routines to stay active without overexertion.

Understand the difference between pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic drug interactions-how they affect your body, why they matter, and what you can do to stay safe on multiple medications.

Starting January 2026, Medicare will negotiate prices for 10 high-cost drugs, cutting costs by up to 79%. Learn how it works, who benefits, and what it means for private insurance and future drug pricing.

SIBO causes bloating, gas, and digestive issues often mistaken for IBS. Breath tests are the most common way to diagnose it, but they’re not perfect. Learn how they work, their limits, and what treatments actually help.

Cervical myelopathy is spinal cord compression in the neck caused by stenosis. Learn the key symptoms, diagnostic steps, and why early surgery is critical to prevent permanent nerve damage.