Category: Medications - Page 2

5
Jan
Steroid Tapering: How to Safely Reduce Dosage and Avoid Withdrawal or Disease Flare
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
3
Jan
Orthostatic Hypotension from Medications: Why You Feel Dizzy When You Stand Up
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
2
Jan
How to Compare Generic Manufacturers and Pill Appearance
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
1
Jan
Keeping a Medication Journal: Tracking Your Response to Generic Medications
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
31
Dec
Prior Authorization Requirements for Medications Explained: What You Need to Know
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
26
Dec
Border and Customs Rules for Bringing Medications Internationally in 2025
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
22
Dec
Finding Generic Combinations: When Components Don't Match Brand Formulations
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
20
Dec
Antiviral Medications and CYP3A4/P-gp Interactions: What You Need to Know
Medications

Antiviral Medications and CYP3A4/P-gp Interactions: What You Need to Know

CYP3A4 and P-glycoprotein interactions can make antiviral medications dangerously ineffective or toxic. Learn how common drugs, supplements, and even grapefruit juice can interfere with HIV and hepatitis C treatments-and how to stay safe.

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
11
Dec
Allergic Reactions to Generics: When to Seek Medical Care
Medications

Allergic Reactions to Generics: When to Seek Medical Care

Generic medications can cause allergic reactions due to hidden inactive ingredients like lactose, gluten, or dyes - even if the brand-name version never did. Know the signs, when to call 911, and how to stay safe.

Gareth Windham