Author: Caden Aldridge

17
Dec
Magnesium Supplements and Osteoporosis Medications: Timing Rules
Pharmacy

Magnesium Supplements and Osteoporosis Medications: Timing Rules

Magnesium supplements can block the absorption of osteoporosis medications like Fosamax and Actonel. Learn the exact two-hour timing rule to protect your bone density and prevent treatment failure.

Caden Aldridge
15
Dec
How to Split Pills Safely to Reduce Medication Costs
Medications

How to Split Pills Safely to Reduce Medication Costs

Learn how to safely split pills to cut prescription costs without risking your health. Discover which medications can be split, the right tools to use, and safer alternatives to save money.

Caden Aldridge
10
Dec
ACE Inhibitors and High-Potassium Foods: What You Need to Know About the Risks
Medications

ACE Inhibitors and High-Potassium Foods: What You Need to Know About the Risks

ACE inhibitors help control blood pressure but can raise potassium levels, especially in people with kidney disease or diabetes. Learn which foods to watch, how to stay safe, and when to get tested.

Caden Aldridge
9
Dec
Naloxone Readiness Plan: How to Keep Patients Safe on Opioids
Health Medicine

Naloxone Readiness Plan: How to Keep Patients Safe on Opioids

A naloxone readiness plan saves lives by ensuring quick access to the only medication that reverses opioid overdoses. Learn how to get, store, and use naloxone - and who really needs it.

Caden Aldridge
8
Dec
Adjusting Medication Dose: How to Find Your Safe and Effective Balance
Medications

Adjusting Medication Dose: How to Find Your Safe and Effective Balance

Finding the right medication dose means balancing effectiveness with safety. Learn how kidney function, age, genetics, and drug interactions affect your dose-and what steps to take to avoid dangerous side effects.

Caden Aldridge
4
Dec
Timeline for Medication Side Effects: When Drug Reactions Typically Appear
Medications

Timeline for Medication Side Effects: When Drug Reactions Typically Appear

Learn when side effects from medications typically appear-from minutes to months after taking a drug. Understand the timeline for allergic reactions, rashes, depression, and other common side effects to spot trouble early.

Caden Aldridge
4
Dec
Pediatric Hearing Loss: Screening, Causes, and Early Intervention
Parenting Child Health

Pediatric Hearing Loss: Screening, Causes, and Early Intervention

Pediatric hearing loss can silently affect speech and learning, but early screening and intervention can prevent lifelong challenges. Learn the causes, screening timelines, and proven treatments that help children thrive.

Caden Aldridge
2
Dec
Photophobia: Common Causes and Proven Solutions for Light Sensitivity
Health Medicine

Photophobia: Common Causes and Proven Solutions for Light Sensitivity

Photophobia isn't just discomfort in bright light-it's a warning sign of underlying eye or neurological issues. Learn the real causes, proven solutions like FL-41 lenses, and when to see a specialist.

Caden Aldridge
1
Dec
How to Prevent Drug-Drug Interactions in Elderly Patients
Medications

How to Prevent Drug-Drug Interactions in Elderly Patients

Drug-drug interactions are a leading cause of hospitalizations in seniors. Learn how polypharmacy, aging physiology, and fragmented care increase risks-and what proven tools like Beers Criteria and STOPP can do to prevent them.

Caden Aldridge
29
Nov
Diabetes Medications Safety Guide: Insulin and Oral Agents Explained
Medications

Diabetes Medications Safety Guide: Insulin and Oral Agents Explained

A practical safety guide for insulin and oral diabetes medications, covering hypoglycemia risks, kidney concerns, drug interactions, and real-world tips to avoid life-threatening mistakes.

Caden Aldridge