Author: Guy Boertje
How to Report Medication Side Effects: A Patient's Guide to Speaking Up
Learn how to effectively report medication side effects to your doctor and the FDA. A practical guide to using MedWatch and advocating for your own safety.
- Apr 6, 2026
- Guy Boertje
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Protein Prioritization: How Higher Protein Intake Boosts Satiety and Keeps Muscle During Weight Loss
Protein prioritization helps you lose fat without losing muscle by keeping you full and fueling muscle repair. Learn how much protein you need, how to spread it out, and how to do it affordably.
- Feb 26, 2026
- Guy Boertje
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Evidence-Based Complementary Treatments for Medication Side Effects
Learn which complementary treatments are proven to reduce medication side effects like nausea, fatigue, and constipation - and which ones carry hidden risks. Evidence-based options include acupuncture, ginger, and mind-body practices.
- Feb 23, 2026
- Guy Boertje
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Breastfeeding Medication Timing: How to Minimize Infant Drug Exposure
Learn how to time your medications to reduce infant drug exposure while breastfeeding. Safe strategies for painkillers, antidepressants, and opioids based on the latest clinical guidelines.
- Feb 19, 2026
- Guy Boertje
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Statin Intolerance: Muscle Symptoms and What Works Instead
Statin intolerance causes muscle pain in many people, but most cases aren't truly caused by the drug. Learn how to confirm true intolerance and discover effective non-statin alternatives that lower cholesterol without side effects.
- Feb 7, 2026
- Guy Boertje
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