Renal Dosing for Metformin and SGLT2 Inhibitors: When to Adjust
Learn when and how to adjust metformin and SGLT2 inhibitor doses for kidney disease. Updated guidelines now allow safer use at lower eGFR levels-here’s what you need to know.
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Commercial Driving and Medications: What You Must Know for DOT Safety Compliance
Commercial drivers must follow strict federal rules on medications to stay on the road. Learn which prescriptions are banned, how to get compliant, and what happens if you're caught with a disqualifying drug.
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How to Confirm Monitoring Labs and Follow-Up for Medications: A Practical Guide for Providers
Learn how labs verify and validate medication monitoring tests to ensure accurate dosing and prevent deadly errors. Essential reading for providers who rely on therapeutic drug monitoring results.
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Hidradenitis Suppurativa: Understanding Painful Nodules and the Rise of Biologic Therapy
Hidradenitis suppurativa causes painful nodules and scarring, but biologic therapies like adalimumab, secukinumab, and bimekizumab are transforming treatment. Learn how these targeted drugs work, who benefits most, and what’s coming next.
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Child Medication Switches: What Parents and Doctors Need to Know About Generics
Switching children to generic medications can save money-but it can also increase risks for kids with chronic conditions. Learn why generics aren't always safe for children, which drugs are most dangerous to switch, and what parents and doctors can do to protect their health.
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Fall Prevention Strategies for Sedating Medications in Older Adults
Sedating medications increase fall risk in older adults, but targeted medication reviews and exercise programs can prevent thousands of injuries each year. Learn how to identify dangerous drugs and take action.
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Economic Impact of Patent Expiration: How Drug Prices Drop After Patents Expire
When pharmaceutical patents expire, drug prices typically drop by 80% or more as generics enter the market. This economic shift saves patients and insurers billions, but patent thickets and rebate systems often delay savings.
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Meningitis: Types, Symptoms, and How Vaccines Prevent It
Meningitis can be deadly, but most cases are preventable with vaccines. Learn the key types, early symptoms, and how vaccines have cut infection rates by up to 99% in vaccinated populations.
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How to Prepare for a Medicare Annual Medication Review: A Step-by-Step Guide for Seniors
Learn how to prepare for your Medicare Annual Medication Review to catch dangerous drug interactions, save money, and improve your health. Step-by-step guide for seniors on what to bring, what to ask, and what to expect.
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Anxiety and Nervousness Caused by Medications: Triggers and How to Fix Them
Many medications-from ADHD pills to steroids-can trigger anxiety and nervousness. Learn which drugs are most likely to cause these side effects, how to spot the difference from regular anxiety, and what steps to take to feel better.
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