Category: Medications - Page 2

Learn how to safely store and label breast milk when taking temporary medications-without wasting milk or stopping breastfeeding. Get clear, science-backed steps for timing, labeling, and storage.

Learn how to safely report a medication error to your provider or the FDA. Discover the steps, reporting options, and why speaking up saves lives - backed by real data and patient experiences.

Biosimilars are not identical to their reference biologics-small manufacturing differences can trigger immune responses in some patients. Learn why anti-drug antibodies form, how they’re tested, and what real-world data shows about safety.

Learn exactly what a doctor’s letter for controlled substances must include for international travel, which countries have strict rules, and how to avoid detention or confiscation of your meds.

Counterfeit medications are a growing global threat, with over 50 million fake doses seized in 2025. Learn real cases, how fakes are made, where they come from, and how to protect yourself from dangerous counterfeit drugs.

GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Wegovy often cause nausea and stomach issues, but smart meal planning and slow dose increases can reduce side effects by up to 60%. Learn the exact strategies that help patients stay on track.

Metoclopramide helps with nausea but has serious side effects. Discover safer, more effective alternatives like domperidone, ondansetron, and prochlorperazine-and learn which one suits your condition best.

Compare Alphagan (brimonidine) with top alternatives like latanoprost, timolol, and combination drops for glaucoma. Learn which options are more effective, have fewer side effects, and fit better into daily life.

Learn how to safely taper off corticosteroids like prednisone to avoid withdrawal symptoms like fatigue, pain, and mood changes. Evidence-based strategies for managing recovery and preventing adrenal insufficiency.

Gabapentinoids and opioids together can dangerously slow breathing-even if you're not overdosing. Learn why this combination is riskier than you think, who's most vulnerable, and what to do if you're taking both.

OTC antacids can reduce antibiotic absorption by up to 90%, leading to treatment failure. Learn which antacids interfere, how to time doses safely, and what to do if you're already taking both.

Most Americans don't understand that generic drugs are just as effective as brand-name ones. This gap in health literacy leads to dangerous medication errors, higher hospitalization rates, and billions in wasted costs. Here's how to close it.