Category: Medicine - Page 6
- 21/Nov/2025
- by William Womack
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vitamin D
statin tolerance
statin side effects
muscle pain statins
vitamin D deficiency
Vitamin D and Statin Tolerance: What the Evidence Really Says
Does low vitamin D cause statin muscle pain? New evidence says no-but fixing a deficiency still matters for your overall health. Here's what the science really shows.
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- 20/Nov/2025
- by William Womack
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bedtime dosing
morning dosing
blood pressure medication
daytime side effects
antihypertensive timing
Bedtime vs Morning Dosing: How Timing Reduces Daytime Side Effects of Blood Pressure Medication
Bedtime vs morning dosing for blood pressure meds can reduce daytime side effects like dizziness and frequent urination. Evidence shows timing affects how you feel, not just your BP. Try switching under your doctor's guidance.
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- 19/Nov/2025
- by William Womack
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liquid to chewable medication
pediatric medication transition
chewable tablets for kids
switching medications for children
tablet vs liquid medicine
How to Safely Transition from Liquid to Chewable or Tablet Medications for Children
Learn how to safely switch your child from liquid medicine to chewable tablets or pills - including dose matching, teaching proper chewing, avoiding common mistakes, and understanding new tech like color-changing tablets.
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- 18/Nov/2025
- by William Womack
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azathioprine
drug-induced myopathy
immunosuppressant side effects
muscle weakness medication
azathioprine toxicity
A Guide to Azathioprine and Drug-Induced Myopathy
Azathioprine helps control autoimmune diseases but can cause muscle weakness known as drug-induced myopathy. Learn the signs, who's at risk, how it's diagnosed, and what to do if you're affected.
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- 17/Nov/2025
- by William Womack
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duplicate medications
medication safety
senior medications
medication reconciliation
avoid drug duplication
How to Avoid Duplicate Medications After Specialist Visits
Seniors are at high risk of taking duplicate medications after seeing multiple specialists. Learn how to prevent dangerous drug overlaps with a simple medication list, one pharmacy, and smart questions at every appointment.
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Generic Drug Naming: USAN, INN, and Brand Name Basics Explained
Learn how generic drug names like USAN and INN are created, why they differ between countries, and how stems help doctors identify drug classes safely. Understand the system behind your prescriptions.
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- 14/Nov/2025
- by William Womack
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generic drugs side effects
report adverse events
rare drug reactions
MedWatch reporting
generic medication safety
Rare Adverse Events with Generics: When and How to Report Side Effects
Learn when and how to report rare side effects from generic medications. Understand the real risks, what triggers a report, and how your input helps improve drug safety for everyone.
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- 13/Nov/2025
- by William Womack
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generic drugs
brand name drugs
generic vs brand
drug equivalence
generic medication
Are Generic Drugs Copies? The Truth Behind the Myth
Generic drugs are not inferior copies - they're FDA-approved equivalents with the same active ingredients. Learn why they work just as well, save you money, and are safe for most conditions - and when you might need to stick with the brand.
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- 12/Nov/2025
- by William Womack
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OTC medication interactions
prescription drug interactions
acetaminophen overdose
NSAID interactions
drug interactions with OTC
OTC Medication Interactions with Prescription Drugs: What to Check Before You Take Them
Many OTC medications can dangerously interact with prescription drugs, causing bleeding, liver damage, or reduced effectiveness. Learn the top 5 risky combinations and what to check before taking any over-the-counter pill.
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- 10/Nov/2025
- by William Womack
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generic drug patent litigation
Hatch-Waxman Act
Orange Book patents
pay-for-delay settlements
Paragraph IV certification
Litigation in Generic Markets: How Patent Disputes Delay Affordable Medicines
Patent litigation in generic drug markets is delaying affordable medicines. Learn how the Hatch-Waxman Act, Orange Book listings, and serial lawsuits are shaping access to generics-and what’s being done to fix it.
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- 7/Nov/2025
- by William Womack
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anticholinergic effects
antihistamines
dry mouth
constipation
urinary retention
Anticholinergic Effects of Antihistamines: Dry Mouth, Constipation, Urinary Issues
First-generation antihistamines like Benadryl can cause dry mouth, constipation, and urinary issues due to anticholinergic effects. Learn why second-generation options are safer and how to avoid serious long-term risks.
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- 5/Nov/2025
- by William Womack
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azelastine
cosmetic allergies
allergic reaction to cosmetics
antihistamine nasal spray
skin allergy treatment
How Azelastine Helps with Cosmetic Allergies
Azelastine offers fast, targeted relief for allergic reactions caused by cosmetics like makeup and skincare products. Learn how it works, when to use it, and how to avoid triggers.
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