Pharmica.co.uk: Medication and Disease Information Portal - Page 2

26 Jan

Mild Elevation of Liver Enzymes from Medications: What It Really Means

Mild liver enzyme elevations from medications are common and rarely dangerous. Learn which drugs cause them, when to worry, and why stopping your meds could be riskier than keeping them.

26 Jan

FDA Orange Book: How Approved Generic Drugs Are Listed

The FDA Orange Book lists approved generic drugs and shows which ones are therapeutically equivalent to brand-name drugs. It's the key tool pharmacies and insurers use to ensure safe, affordable drug substitutions.

24 Jan

How to Track Medication Effectiveness After a Generic Switch

Learn how to track medication effectiveness after switching to a generic drug, especially for high-risk medications like blood thinners and thyroid hormones. Know what to watch for, when to act, and how to work with your care team.

21 Jan

ALS Care: How Noninvasive Ventilation and Nutrition Strategies Extend Life and Improve Daily Living

Noninvasive ventilation and nutritional support through PEG tubes are proven to extend life and improve quality of life for ALS patients. Early use can add over a year to survival and reduce daily suffering.

19 Jan

How to Switch Back from a Generic to a Brand Medication Safely

Switching back from a generic to a brand-name medication requires medical approval, proper documentation, and insurance coordination. Learn the 7-step process to safely make the switch and avoid dangerous treatment gaps.

18 Jan

How to Prevent Accidental Double-Dosing of Medications at Home

Accidental double-dosing of medications at home is a leading cause of preventable overdose. Learn simple, proven strategies like pill organizers, digital reminders, and medication lists to stay safe-especially for seniors and children.

17 Jan

Continuing Education for Pharmacists: Staying Current on Generics

Pharmacists must stay current on generics to avoid dangerous substitution errors. Learn the FDA rules, state requirements, and best CE practices for staying compliant and protecting patients.

16 Jan

Opioid Safety: How Naloxone Works, Overdose Risks, and Safe Storage Practices

Learn how naloxone reverses opioid overdoses, why one dose isn't always enough, and how to store it properly so it works when you need it most. Essential info for anyone living with or caring for someone at risk.

15 Jan

Pharmacist Responsibilities When Dispensing Generics: Legal Obligations in the U.S.

Pharmacists must follow strict legal rules when dispensing generic medications. From state-specific consent laws to banned substitutions for high-risk drugs, here’s what you need to know to stay compliant and protect patients.

14 Jan

STIs Overview: Managing Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, and Syphilis in 2026

Chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis are rising bacterial STIs with serious health risks. Learn how they’re diagnosed, treated, and prevented in 2026-with updated guidelines, new treatments like DoxyPEP, and key testing recommendations.