Author: Caden Aldridge - Page 2

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
25
Nov
NTI Substitution Laws: Which States Block Generic Drug Swaps
Pharmacy

NTI Substitution Laws: Which States Block Generic Drug Swaps

NTI substitution laws vary by state, with some banning generic swaps for drugs like warfarin and levothyroxine. Learn which states restrict substitutions, why the rules exist, and how they affect patients and pharmacies.

Caden Aldridge
23
Nov
Questions to Ask Your Pharmacist About Medication Interactions
Pharmacy

Questions to Ask Your Pharmacist About Medication Interactions

Learn the essential questions to ask your pharmacist about medication interactions to avoid dangerous side effects. From food and supplements to alcohol and timing, get the facts you need to stay safe.

Caden Aldridge