Archive: 2026/01
- 24/Jan/2026
- by William Womack
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SSRI
serotonin syndrome
drug interactions
antidepressants
serotonin toxicity
SSRI Antidepressants and Serotonin Syndrome Risk from Drug Interactions
SSRI antidepressants can cause serotonin syndrome when mixed with other drugs like tramadol, St. John’s wort, or MAOIs. Learn the warning signs, dangerous combinations, and how to stay safe.
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- 23/Jan/2026
- by William Womack
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OTC pain relief creams
topical pain patches
menthol burn risk
lidocaine safety
capsaicin gel safety
OTC Topical Pain Relievers: Creams, Gels, and Patches Safety Guide
Learn the real safety risks of OTC topical pain relievers like creams, gels, and patches. Understand what ingredients to watch for, how to avoid burns, and when to see a doctor instead of reaching for another tube.
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- 22/Jan/2026
- by William Womack
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AGEP
drug rash
pustular rash
cutaneous adverse reaction
amoxicillin reaction
Acute Generalized Exanthematous Pustulosis (AGEP): What You Need to Know About This Rapid-Onset Drug Rash
AGEP is a rare but severe drug rash that appears suddenly with fever and sterile pustules. Learn the signs, causes, treatments, and how to avoid it happening again.
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- 21/Jan/2026
- by William Womack
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generic drug pricing
drug price controls
government generic drugs
generic competition
Medicare generic drugs
How Governments Control Generic Drug Prices Without Direct Price Caps
Governments control generic drug prices not by setting caps, but by encouraging competition. With dozens of manufacturers entering the market after patents expire, prices drop by up to 90%. The FDA, FTC, and Medicare all play roles in keeping generics affordable without direct price controls.
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- 20/Jan/2026
- by William Womack
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digoxin amiodarone interaction
narrow therapeutic index
drug toxicity
cardiac drug interactions
digoxin dose reduction
Digoxin and Amiodarone: How to Safely Manage This Dangerous Drug Interaction
Digoxin and amiodarone together can cause deadly toxicity. Learn why this interaction is so dangerous, how to safely adjust doses, and what steps every clinician must take to prevent life-threatening outcomes.
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- 19/Jan/2026
- by William Womack
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nonallergic rhinitis
irritant triggers
nasal congestion
rhinorrhea
nasal spray
Nonallergic Rhinitis: Common Irritants and How to Manage Them
Nonallergic rhinitis causes chronic nasal symptoms without allergies. Learn the top irritants like weather, food, and chemicals, and discover effective, science-backed management strategies that actually work.
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- 18/Jan/2026
- by William Womack
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medication monitoring
therapeutic drug monitoring
lab verification
CLIA compliance
drug level testing
How to Confirm Monitoring Labs and Follow-Up for Medications
Learn how to properly verify and validate medication monitoring lab tests to prevent dangerous dosing errors. Follow the 9-step process, understand CLIA requirements, and avoid common pitfalls that put patients at risk.
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- 17/Jan/2026
- by William Womack
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yeast infection symptoms
candida vaginitis
OTC yeast treatment
vaginal yeast infection
clotrimazole
Candida Vaginitis: Yeast Infection Symptoms and Over-the-Counter Treatment Options
Learn the real symptoms of candida vaginitis, how to identify it correctly, and which over-the-counter treatments actually work - plus when to skip self-treatment and see a doctor.
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- 16/Jan/2026
- by William Womack
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multiple myeloma
bone disease
novel agents
myeloma bone lesions
denosumab
Multiple Myeloma: Understanding Bone Disease and the Rise of Novel Treatments
Multiple myeloma causes severe bone damage in over 80% of patients. Learn how bone disease develops, why current treatments fall short, and how novel agents like romosozumab and DKN-01 are finally offering hope for healing-not just slowing-bone destruction.
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- 15/Jan/2026
- by William Womack
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clarithromycin
calcium channel blockers
drug interaction
hypotension
CYP3A4
Clarithromycin and Calcium Channel Blockers: How This Drug Combination Can Cause Dangerous Low Blood Pressure
Clarithromycin can dangerously raise levels of calcium channel blockers like nifedipine and amlodipine, causing life-threatening drops in blood pressure. Azithromycin is the safer alternative.
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- 14/Jan/2026
- by William Womack
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chronic hepatitis C
DAA treatment
hepatitis C cure
liver protection
sofosbuvir velpatasvir
Chronic Hepatitis C: How Modern Antivirals Cure the Virus and Protect the Liver
Chronic hepatitis C can now be cured in 8-12 weeks with oral antivirals that have over 95% success rates. Learn how modern DAAs eliminate the virus, reverse liver damage, and restore health-with minimal side effects and no injections.
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- 12/Jan/2026
- by William Womack
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generic medications
nocebo effect
patient perception
brand vs generic
medication expectations
How to Manage Patient Perception and Nocebo Effects with Generic Medications
Learn how negative beliefs about generic medications can cause real side effects-even when the drugs are identical to brand-name versions. Discover practical ways to manage patient perception and reduce the nocebo effect.
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