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Vitamin E and Warfarin: What You Need to Know About the Bleeding Risk
Vitamin E supplements can increase bleeding risk when taken with warfarin, especially at doses above 400 IU daily. Learn what the evidence says, which doses are dangerous, and how to stay safe while on anticoagulant therapy.
Low-Dose CT for Lung Screening: Who Qualifies and What to Expect
Low-dose CT screening can cut lung cancer deaths by 20% for high-risk individuals. Learn who qualifies, what results mean, and why so few eligible people get screened.
Preparing for Doctor Appointments: What to Bring and Discuss
Learn exactly what to bring and discuss at your doctor's appointment to get better care, avoid mistakes, and save time. Practical checklist based on real clinical guidelines from Mayo Clinic, Cleveland Clinic, and Australian healthcare systems.
Analgesic Nephropathy: How NSAIDs Damage Kidneys and What Safer Pain Relief Looks Like
Analgesic nephropathy is a silent kidney disease caused by long-term use of NSAIDs and acetaminophen. Learn how it develops, who's at risk, and what safer pain relief options actually work.
Authorized Generics: How Brand Drug Companies Respond to Patent Expiration
Authorized generics are brand-name drugs sold without the brand label, offering identical ingredients at lower prices. They’re a strategic response to patent expiration, helping manufacturers keep market share while lowering costs for patients.
Pregnancy and Lactation Labeling Rule (PLLR): How to Read FDA Drug Safety Info
The FDA's Pregnancy and Lactation Labeling Rule (PLLR) replaced outdated letter categories with clear, evidence-based safety info for pregnant and nursing women. Learn how to read the new labels and make informed medication decisions.
How to Bring a Caregiver or Advocate to Medication Appointments
Bringing a caregiver or advocate to medication appointments reduces errors, improves understanding, and increases safety. Learn how to prepare, what to ask, and how to handle resistance from providers.
NSAID Sensitivity and Asthma: What Patients Should Watch
About 7% of asthma patients react dangerously to common painkillers like ibuprofen and aspirin. Learn the signs of NSAID-sensitive asthma, who’s at risk, what medications are safe, and how to avoid life-threatening reactions.
How Pharmacists Prevent Prescription Medication Errors Every Day
Pharmacists prevent hundreds of thousands of medication errors each year by catching mistakes in prescriptions before they reach patients. Learn how they use technology, training, and clinical judgment to keep people safe.
Oral Thrush from Medications: How to Treat and Prevent Antifungal Side Effects
Oral thrush is a common side effect of steroids, antibiotics, and immunosuppressants. Learn how nystatin and fluconazole treat it, why prevention matters, and how to avoid recurrence with simple daily habits.