Author: Nina Maissouradze

Rare Adverse Events with Generics: When and How to Report Side Effects

Learn when and how to report rare side effects from generic drugs. Understand FDA guidelines, what counts as serious, and why your report matters - even if you're not a doctor.

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Insulin Pump Therapy for Type 1 Diabetes: Pros, Cons, and How to Start

Insulin pump therapy offers better blood sugar control and more flexibility for people with type 1 diabetes, but it comes with technical risks and costs. Learn the real pros, cons, and how to start safely.

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How to Share Over-the-Counter and Supplement Use Accurately with Your Healthcare Provider

Learn how to accurately share your over-the-counter meds and supplement use with your healthcare provider to avoid dangerous interactions. Follow simple steps to keep your treatment safe and effective.

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Gastric Ulcers from Corticosteroids: What You Really Need to Know About Prevention and Monitoring

Corticosteroids alone rarely cause gastric ulcers - but when combined with NSAIDs, the risk skyrockets. Learn who actually needs stomach protection and what to watch for instead of routine PPIs.

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How to Store Controlled Substances to Prevent Diversion: Essential Security Protocols for Healthcare Facilities

Learn how to securely store controlled substances in healthcare settings to prevent theft and diversion. Follow DEA-compliant protocols, use automated systems wisely, and implement staff training that actually works.

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Liver Function Tests Explained: ALT, AST, Bilirubin, and What They Really Mean

Understand what ALT, AST, and bilirubin really mean in liver function tests. Learn how to interpret patterns, avoid common mistakes, and know when to worry - or when to wait.

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Wound Care Basics: How to Clean, Dress, and Prevent Scars Properly

Learn how to properly clean, dress, and prevent scars from minor wounds. Follow evidence-based steps to heal faster, avoid infection, and reduce visible scarring with simple, everyday practices.

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Clopidogrel and Proton Pump Inhibitors: What You Need to Know About the Reduced Antiplatelet Effect

Clopidogrel and PPIs like omeprazole can interact, reducing clopidogrel’s ability to prevent blood clots. Learn which PPIs are safe, which to avoid, and what alternatives exist for heart patients.

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Adverse Event Monitoring for Biosimilars: How Safety Surveillance Works Today

Biosimilars require specialized safety monitoring due to their complex nature. Learn how adverse event tracking works, why product identification matters, and what’s being done to improve biosimilar safety surveillance worldwide.

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Consumer Protection Laws for Patients: What You Need to Know in 2025

New York's 2024 patient protection laws ban surprise billing, forced financing, and combined consent forms. Know your rights when paying for medical care-and how to avoid medical debt traps.

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Pharmacy Reimbursement Models: How Laws Shape Generic Drug Payments

Discover how federal and state laws shape generic drug payments, why pharmacies struggle to stay open, and how the new Medicare $2 Drug List could change everything for patients and providers.

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How to Recognize Depression’s Impact on Medication Adherence

Depression severely reduces medication adherence by impairing memory, motivation, and perception of side effects. Learn how to spot the signs using PHQ-9 and MMAS-8 tools, and what real-world strategies improve outcomes.

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