Category: Medications - Page 2
Medications and Driving: How Common Drugs Impair Your Ability to Drive and What It Means Legally
Many common medications - from sleep aids to painkillers - can impair driving as much as alcohol. Learn which drugs are risky, how long the effects last, what the law says, and how to stay safe on the road.
False Drug Allergy Labels: How Testing Can Confirm You’re Not Allergic
Over 95% of people labeled with a penicillin allergy aren't truly allergic. Testing can confirm this, unlock safer antibiotics, reduce resistance, and save money. Here's how to get tested and get your label removed.
Special Instructions on Prescription Medication Labels Explained
Special instructions on prescription labels-like 'take with food' or 'do not crush'-can be confusing, but getting them wrong can be dangerous. Learn what they mean, where to find them, and how to avoid costly mistakes.
Grapefruit Juice and Medications: What You Need to Know Before You Drink
Grapefruit juice can dangerously increase levels of over 85 medications, including statins and blood pressure drugs. Learn which drugs are risky, why the interaction lasts days, and what to drink instead.
Control and Choice: How Patients Take Charge of Their Medication Decisions
Medication autonomy gives patients the right to choose their treatments based on personal values, side effects, cost, and lifestyle-not just clinical guidelines. Learn how to take control of your medication decisions with real data and practical steps.
Diabetes Medications and Side Effects: What to Expect
Learn what side effects to expect from common diabetes medications like metformin, SGLT2 inhibitors, and GLP-1 agonists - and how to manage them safely. Real data, real experiences, real solutions.
Pharmacist Counseling Scripts: Training Materials for Generic Patient Talks
Pharmacist counseling scripts ensure patients understand their medications by guiding pharmacists through essential conversations. Learn the core questions, legal requirements, and how to use scripts without sounding robotic.
How to Choose OTC Eye Drops for Allergies, Dryness, and Redness
Learn how to pick the right OTC eye drops for allergies, dryness, or redness without making things worse. Get clear, evidence-based advice on what works, what to avoid, and how to use them safely.
Side Effects After Switching to Generics: When to Worry and What to Do
Switching between generic medications can cause real side effects for some people - especially with drugs like thyroid meds, epilepsy treatments, and blood thinners. Here’s what to watch for and how to protect yourself.
How to Request Written Medication Instructions You Understand
Learn how to ask for clear, easy-to-understand written medication instructions - your right, not a favor. Get step-by-step tips to avoid dangerous mistakes and take control of your health.