Category: Medications - Page 2

How to Share Your Medical History for Safer Medication Decisions

How to Share Your Medical History for Safer Medication Decisions

Sharing your full medical history-including prescriptions, OTC drugs, and supplements-is essential to avoid dangerous medication errors. Learn how to create an accurate list and communicate it effectively to your healthcare team.

Breastfeeding and Medications: What You Need to Know About Drug Transfer Through Breast Milk

Breastfeeding and Medications: What You Need to Know About Drug Transfer Through Breast Milk

Most medications are safe while breastfeeding. Learn how drugs transfer into breast milk, which ones are safest, and how to take them without risking your baby's health.

Prescription Medications Illegal in Certain Countries: What You Must Check Before You Travel

Prescription Medications Illegal in Certain Countries: What You Must Check Before You Travel

Many common prescription drugs are illegal in other countries-even with a doctor's note. Learn which meds are banned abroad, how to check before you travel, and what documents you need to avoid fines, detention, or worse.

SGLT2 Inhibitors for Type 2 Diabetes: What You Need to Know About Benefits and Risks

SGLT2 Inhibitors for Type 2 Diabetes: What You Need to Know About Benefits and Risks

SGLT2 inhibitors like Jardiance and Farxiga lower blood sugar while protecting the heart and kidneys in type 2 diabetes. But they carry risks like infections and ketoacidosis. Know who benefits most and what to watch for.

How to Recognize Overdose in Pets from Human Medications

How to Recognize Overdose in Pets from Human Medications

Human medications are one of the top causes of pet poisonings. Learn the key signs of overdose in dogs and cats from antidepressants, NSAIDs, Adderall, Tylenol, and more-and how to act fast to save their lives.

Biosimilars vs Generics: Key Differences Explained

Biosimilars vs Generics: Key Differences Explained

Biosimilars and generics both lower drug costs, but they're not the same. Biosimilars are complex biological copies with different approval rules, substitution limits, and safety considerations than simple chemical generics.

Statins and ALS: What the Latest Science Really Shows

Statins and ALS: What the Latest Science Really Shows

Statins do not cause ALS. Large studies show no link between these cholesterol drugs and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. In fact, long-term use may lower ALS risk. Don't stop your statin based on unfounded fears.

Immunosuppressants: Cyclosporine and Tacrolimus Generic Issues

Immunosuppressants: Cyclosporine and Tacrolimus Generic Issues

Cyclosporine and tacrolimus generics save money but carry serious risks for transplant patients due to their narrow therapeutic index. Learn why switching brands can trigger rejection, how to monitor levels safely, and what steps to take to protect your transplant.

Biologics in Severe Asthma: How Anti-IgE and Anti-IL-5 Therapies Work

Biologics in Severe Asthma: How Anti-IgE and Anti-IL-5 Therapies Work

Anti-IgE and anti-IL-5 biologics offer targeted relief for severe asthma when inhalers fail. Learn how omalizumab, mepolizumab, and benralizumab work, who qualifies, and what to expect from treatment.

Allergy Medications During Pregnancy: What’s Safe and What to Avoid

Allergy Medications During Pregnancy: What’s Safe and What to Avoid

Learn which allergy medications are safe during pregnancy and which to avoid. Get clear, evidence-based guidance on antihistamines, nasal sprays, decongestants, and more - backed by 2023-2026 medical guidelines.