Category: Medications - Page 2

Jan

Medications

How to Manage Weight Gain and Moon Face from Corticosteroids

Learn how to manage weight gain and moon face caused by corticosteroids like prednisone. Discover practical diet, hydration, and medical strategies to reduce swelling while staying on necessary treatment.

Caden Aldridge

Jan

Medications

Exercise and Statins: What You Need to Know About Muscle Pain and Recovery

Statins help prevent heart disease, but many users experience muscle pain. Learn how exercise affects statin-related muscle symptoms, which types of activity are safest, and what to do if you're in pain - backed by the latest research.

Gareth Windham

Jan

Medications

What Are Authorized Generics? Complete Explanation

Authorized generics are identical to brand-name drugs but sold without the brand label. They offer lower prices with the same ingredients, helping patients save money without changing their medication.

Caden Aldridge

Jan

Medications

Steroid Tapering: How to Safely Reduce Dosage and Avoid Withdrawal or Disease Flare

Learn how to safely taper off steroids like prednisone to avoid adrenal crisis, withdrawal symptoms, and disease flare-ups. Essential guide for autoimmune patients.

Gareth Windham

Jan

Medications

Orthostatic Hypotension from Medications: Why You Feel Dizzy When You Stand Up

Orthostatic hypotension from medications causes dizziness on standing due to sudden blood pressure drops. Common culprits include antihypertensives, antidepressants, and antipsychotics. Learn how to recognize it, reduce risk, and find relief.

Gareth Windham

Jan

Medications

How to Compare Generic Manufacturers and Pill Appearance

Learn how to safely compare generic drug manufacturers and identify pill appearance changes. Understand bioequivalence, why generics look different, and how to ensure your medication is still correct.

Caden Aldridge

Jan

Medications

Keeping a Medication Journal: Tracking Your Response to Generic Medications

Keep a medication journal to track how your body responds when switching to generic drugs. Learn what to record, which medications need it most, and how to use your notes to talk to your doctor.

Caden Aldridge

Dec

Medications

Prior Authorization Requirements for Medications Explained: What You Need to Know

Prior authorization is a common insurance requirement for certain medications. Learn which drugs need approval, how the process works, what to do if it's denied, and how to speed it up to avoid treatment delays.

Gareth Windham

Dec

Medications

Border and Customs Rules for Bringing Medications Internationally in 2025

Learn the 2025 rules for bringing prescription drugs across borders. From banned medications to new customs taxes, this guide covers what you must do to avoid detention, confiscation, or fines while traveling internationally with meds.

Caden Aldridge

Dec

Medications

Finding Generic Combinations: When Components Don't Match Brand Formulations

Generic combination drugs can save money, but differences in inactive ingredients may cause side effects or reduced effectiveness for some patients-especially those on narrow therapeutic index medications.

Gareth Windham