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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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Probiotics and Immunosuppressants: Understanding Infection Risks and Safe Use
Probiotics can be dangerous for people on immunosuppressants, risking life-threatening infections. Learn who’s at highest risk, which strains to avoid, and safe alternatives for gut health.
- Dec 23, 2025
- Connor Back
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Tuberculosis Medications: Rifampin Induction and Multiple Drug Interactions
Rifampin is essential for treating tuberculosis but causes dangerous drug interactions by boosting liver enzymes that break down other medications. Learn how it affects birth control, blood thinners, HIV drugs, and why treatment must last six months.
- Dec 22, 2025
- Connor Back
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How to Prepare for Pediatric Procedures with Pre-Op Medications: A Practical Guide for Parents
Learn how to safely prepare your child for surgery or procedures using pre-op medications. Get clear guidelines on fasting, sedatives like midazolam and ketamine, special cases like asthma and epilepsy, and what to do before and after.
- Dec 19, 2025
- Guy Boertje
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What to Do If a Child Swallows the Wrong Medication: Immediate Steps to Save a Life
If your child swallows the wrong medication, act fast. Call Poison Control at 800-222-1222 right away. Don't induce vomiting. Know the signs of danger and how to prevent future accidents.
- Dec 18, 2025
- Guy Boertje
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Boxed Warning Changes: How FDA Drug Label Updates Are Tracked Over Time
Boxed warnings are the FDA's strongest safety alerts for prescription drugs. Learn how these labels change over time, why updates matter, and how healthcare providers track them to protect patients from life-threatening risks.
- Dec 17, 2025
- Connor Back
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Methadone and Buprenorphine Side Effects for Opioid Use Disorder Treatment
Methadone and buprenorphine help treat opioid use disorder but come with different side effects. Methadone can cause heart issues and drowsiness; buprenorphine may lead to mouth pain and inadequate craving control. Understanding these differences helps you choose the right treatment.
- Dec 16, 2025
- Connor Back
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Annual Medication Review with a Pharmacist: How to Reduce Side Effects and Stay Safe
An annual medication review with a pharmacist helps cut side effects, stop dangerous drug interactions, and simplify complex regimens. Learn how this free service works and who benefits most.
- Dec 15, 2025
- Guy Boertje
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Telehealth Medication Reviews: How to Prepare and What to Ask
Learn how to prepare for a telehealth medication review and what questions to ask to catch dangerous drug interactions, reduce side effects, and improve safety. Essential for anyone on multiple medications.
- Dec 15, 2025
- Guy Boertje
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