Acid-Reducing Medications: How They Interfere with Other Drugs
Acid-reducing medications like PPIs can drastically reduce the absorption of critical drugs such as HIV antivirals and cancer treatments. Learn which medications are affected, why it happens, and how to prevent dangerous interactions.
Read MoreContinuing Education for Pharmacists: Staying Current on Generics
Pharmacists must stay current on generics to ensure safe substitutions. Learn key CE requirements, FDA Orange Book updates, biosimilars, state laws, and how to choose effective training that reduces errors and protects patients.
Read MorePostpartum Thyroiditis: What Every New Mom Needs to Know About Temporary Thyroid Dysfunction
Postpartum thyroiditis affects 5-10% of new mothers and is often mistaken for depression or exhaustion. Learn the signs, symptoms, and how to get tested before it becomes permanent.
Read MoreQuality Assurance Units: Why Independent Oversight Is Non-Negotiable in Production
Quality Assurance Units must operate independently from production to ensure safety and compliance. Learn why separation is non-negotiable in pharma and nuclear manufacturing - and how to build a truly effective quality oversight system.
Read MoreGestational Diabetes: How to Manage Blood Sugar During Pregnancy
Gestational diabetes affects up to 10% of pregnancies. Learn how to manage blood sugar with diet, movement, and monitoring to protect your baby and your long-term health.
Read MoreHow to Prepare for Allergy Testing for Antibiotic Reactions
Learn how to prepare for antibiotic allergy testing to confirm or rule out true drug reactions. Stop antihistamines, know what to expect during skin and oral tests, and discover how de-labeling can save you money and improve your care.
Read MoreVitamin D and Thiazide Diuretics: What You Need to Know About Hypercalcemia Risk
Taking vitamin D with thiazide diuretics can raise blood calcium to dangerous levels. Learn how this interaction works, who’s at risk, and what steps to take to stay safe without stopping either medication.
Read MoreTricyclic Antidepressants and Antihistamines: The Hidden Danger of Anticholinergic Overload
Combining tricyclic antidepressants like amitriptyline with first-gen antihistamines like Benadryl can cause dangerous anticholinergic overload-leading to confusion, memory loss, and increased dementia risk. Learn how to spot it and switch to safer options.
Read MoreHow to Prevent Early Refills and Duplicate Therapy Mistakes in Pharmacy Practice
Learn how pharmacists can prevent dangerous early refills and duplicate therapy mistakes using proven protocols, technology, and patient-centered communication to improve medication safety and reduce harm.
Read MoreAlternative Cholesterol Medications: Ezetimibe and Bempedoic Acid for Statin-Intolerant Patients
Ezetimibe and bempedoic acid offer effective, oral alternatives for people who can't tolerate statins. Both lower LDL cholesterol with fewer muscle side effects, and bempedoic acid has proven heart benefits in large trials.
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