Category: Health and Wellness - Page 2
Monitoring Your INR: Understanding Blood Thinner Levels and Targets
Learn how INR monitoring helps manage warfarin therapy, what target ranges mean for different conditions, and how home testing can reduce stroke and bleeding risks. Essential info for anyone on blood thinners.
Esketamine Nasal Spray: What You Need to Know About Dissociation, Blood Pressure, and Monitoring
Esketamine nasal spray (Spravato) is a breakthrough for treatment-resistant depression, but it comes with strict monitoring due to dissociation and blood pressure spikes. Learn how it works, what to expect, and why safety protocols matter.
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Tamoxifen and SSRIs: What You Need to Know About Drug Interactions and Breast Cancer Outcomes
Tamoxifen relies on CYP2D6 to form its active metabolite, endoxifen. Some SSRIs block this enzyme, potentially lowering endoxifen levels. But large clinical studies show this doesn't reliably increase cancer recurrence risk. Learn which antidepressants are safest and what experts really recommend.
How to Read Children’s Medicine Labels by Age and Weight for Safe Dosing
Learn how to read children's medicine labels using weight and age for safe dosing. Avoid dangerous errors with expert tips on measuring, concentrations, and when to call the doctor.
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Recent Advances in Bioequivalence Testing: Emerging Technologies Shaping Generic Drug Approval
New AI tools, advanced imaging, and automated labs are transforming bioequivalence testing, making generic drug approvals faster and more accurate. Discover how the FDA is using technology to cut study times by half and expand access to affordable medicines.
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Diabetes Combination Medications: Generic Options and Substitution Guide
Learn which diabetes combination medications have generic options, how to safely switch, cost savings, and when to avoid substitution. Save hundreds per month with generics.
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Bleeding Risk from SSRIs: How Platelet Dysfunction Increases Bleeding Danger
SSRIs can increase bleeding risk by disrupting platelet function. Learn how different SSRIs affect clotting, which ones are safest, and what to do if you're on blood thinners or NSAIDs.
Biologics Safety: Infection Risk, Screening, and Vaccination Guidance for Autoimmune Patients
Biologics can effectively treat autoimmune diseases but increase infection risk. Learn key screening tests, vaccination timelines, and safety protocols to reduce serious infections before starting treatment.
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Timing Medication Doses: How Administration Time Affects Side Effects
Taking medication at the wrong time can increase side effects and reduce effectiveness. Learn which drugs need precise timing, why your body's internal clock matters, and how to get it right every day.
Remission in Type 2 Diabetes: How Weight Loss Can Lead to Medication-Free Control
Type 2 diabetes remission is possible through sustained weight loss-without surgery or lifelong meds. Learn how losing 10kg or more can lower HbA1c below 6.5% and let you stop diabetes medications.