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Osteoporosis Medications: Bisphosphonates and Jaw Necrosis Risks
Bisphosphonates for osteoporosis reduce fracture risk by up to 70%, but carry a rare risk of jaw bone death (MRONJ). Learn the real odds, who's at risk, and how to stay safe without skipping treatment.
- Jan 4, 2026
- Guy Boertje
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Calcium and Iron Supplements: How They Interact with Thyroid Medications
Calcium and iron supplements can block thyroid medication absorption, leading to fatigue, weight gain, and high TSH levels. Learn how to time your doses correctly to avoid this common interaction and keep your thyroid treatment effective.
- Jan 2, 2026
- Guy Boertje
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Antacids and Kidney Disease: What You Need to Know About Phosphate Binders and Risks
Antacids like Tums and Milk of Magnesia are commonly used for heartburn, but for people with kidney disease, they can cause dangerous electrolyte imbalances. Learn which antacids are safe, which to avoid, and how phosphate binders work in chronic kidney disease.
- Jan 1, 2026
- Guy Boertje
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How to Report Adverse Events to the FDA for Medications: A Step-by-Step Guide
Learn how to report medication side effects to the FDA using MedWatch. Step-by-step guide for patients, families, and healthcare providers to help improve drug safety.
- Dec 31, 2025
- Connor Back
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Meglitinides and Hypoglycemia: Why Skipping Meals Is Dangerous with These Diabetes Drugs
Meglitinides help control post-meal blood sugar but carry a high risk of hypoglycemia if meals are skipped. Learn how repaglinide and nateglinide work, who should use them, and how to stay safe with irregular eating habits.
- Dec 30, 2025
- Connor Back
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How to Handle Missed Pediatric Medication Doses Safely: Step-by-Step Guide for Parents
Learn the safe, step-by-step rules for handling missed pediatric medication doses. Never double up - here's exactly when to give, skip, or call your doctor based on drug type and timing.
- Dec 29, 2025
- Guy Boertje
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How to Store and Label Breast Milk When Taking Temporary Medications
Learn how to safely store and label breast milk when taking temporary medications. Most meds don't require you to stop breastfeeding-just label your milk correctly and time your pumps wisely.
- Dec 27, 2025
- Guy Boertje
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Proton Pump Inhibitors with Antiplatelets: How to Reduce GI Bleed Risk Without Compromising Heart Protection
Proton pump inhibitors reduce GI bleeding risk in patients on dual antiplatelet therapy, but not all PPIs are safe with clopidogrel. Learn which ones to use, when to start, and how long to take them.
- Dec 26, 2025
- Connor Back
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The Science of Medication Safety: Understanding Risk, Benefit, and Real-World Evidence
Understanding how medication safety science works - from clinical trials to real-world data - helps patients and providers make smarter, safer choices. Learn how risk, benefit, and evidence come together to protect lives.
- Dec 25, 2025
- Guy Boertje
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How to Set Up Automatic Prescription Refills with Your Pharmacy
Set up automatic prescription refills to never miss a dose. Learn how to enroll, which meds qualify, how to avoid unwanted shipments, and why some states block the service.
- Dec 24, 2025
- Connor Back
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