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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.

13 Jan

How Generic Drugs Are Made: The Full Manufacturing Process Explained

Generic drugs are identical to brand-name medications in active ingredients, strength, and effectiveness, but cost up to 85% less. This article explains the full manufacturing process, from reverse engineering to FDA approval, and why they’re safe and reliable.

12 Jan

Antihistamines for Hives: What Works, What Causes Drowsiness, and What to Try When They Don't

Learn how antihistamines work for hives, which ones cause drowsiness, and what to try when they stop working. Get clear, evidence-based advice on dosing, alternatives, and next steps.

11 Jan

Neurological Red Flags: When Headaches Require Immediate Medical Attention

Most headaches are harmless, but sudden, severe pain or neurological symptoms like weakness or vision loss could signal a stroke, aneurysm, or meningitis. Learn the warning signs that demand immediate medical care.