Archive: 2026/03
Authorized Generic vs Branded Generic: Which Is Better for Switching?
Learn the key differences between authorized generics and regular generics. Understand which medication type is safer for your health and wallet before making the next switch.
- Mar 31, 2026
- Guy Boertje
- 10
Seizure Medications: Birth Defects and Drug Interactions Explained
Explore the risks of seizure medications during pregnancy, including birth defects and drug interactions. Learn about safer alternatives like lamotrigine and why stopping meds is dangerous.
- Mar 27, 2026
- Connor Back
- 9
Safe Monitoring for Senior Patients: Detecting Over-Sedation Signs and Risks
Learn how to monitor seniors for over-sedation risks using vital signs, capnography, and clinical scales to prevent overdose and respiratory failure.
- Mar 26, 2026
- Connor Back
- 10
Managing Hypoglycemia from Diabetes Medications: A Practical Plan
Managing hypoglycemia from diabetes medications requires knowing your risk, using the right tools, and following a personalized plan. Learn which drugs cause lows, how to treat them fast, and what tech can save your life.
- Mar 20, 2026
- Connor Back
- 10
NSAIDs and Peptic Ulcer Disease: Understanding the Risk of Gastrointestinal Bleeding
NSAIDs like ibuprofen and naproxen are common pain relievers but carry a high risk of gastrointestinal bleeding, especially in older adults or those with other risk factors. Learn how to protect your gut and when to use PPIs or alternative treatments.
- Mar 19, 2026
- Guy Boertje
- 11
Stability and Shelf Life: How Generic Products Degrade and Why Safety Matters
Stability and shelf life determine whether your medication is safe and effective. Learn how generics degrade, why testing matters, and what you can do to protect your health.
- Mar 16, 2026
- Connor Back
- 13
TRICARE Coverage for Generics: What Military Families Need to Know in 2026
TRICARE covers 92% of prescriptions as generics, offering $0 copays at military pharmacies and $14-$16 at retail or home delivery in 2026. Learn how to maximize savings and avoid coverage surprises.
- Mar 12, 2026
- Guy Boertje
- 13
How to Check for Drug Interactions at Home Safely
Learn how to safely check for dangerous drug interactions at home using free online tools. Discover which checkers work best, how to use them correctly, and when to call your pharmacist to avoid hospital visits.
- Mar 9, 2026
- Connor Back
- 15
Questions to Ask Your Pharmacist About Potential Drug Interactions
Knowing what to ask your pharmacist about drug interactions can prevent dangerous side effects, ER visits, and even death. Learn the 10 essential questions to ask - from food interactions to supplements - and how to stay safe with every medication you take.
- Mar 6, 2026
- Guy Boertje
- 9
Dietary Supplement-Drug Interactions: What You Need to Know for Safety
Dietary supplements can interfere with prescription drugs, leading to dangerous side effects. Learn which combinations are risky, why labels don't warn you, and how to protect yourself.
- Mar 2, 2026
- Guy Boertje
- 13