How to Read Children’s Medicine Labels by Age and Weight: A Simple Safety Guide
Learn how to safely dose children's medicine using weight and age on medicine labels. Avoid common errors that send thousands of kids to the ER each year.
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Alternative Cholesterol Medications: Ezetimibe and Bempedoic Acid for Statin-Intolerant Patients
Ezetimibe and bempedoic acid are proven alternatives for statin-intolerant patients. Learn how they lower cholesterol, their real-world effectiveness, costs, and which one is right for you.
Narcolepsy with Cataplexy: How It's Diagnosed and Why Sodium Oxybate Is the Gold Standard Treatment
Narcolepsy with cataplexy is a rare neurological disorder causing sudden sleep attacks and muscle weakness triggered by emotion. Sodium oxybate is the only treatment approved to address both symptoms effectively, though diagnosis and access remain major challenges.
Triptans and SSRIs: The Truth Behind the Serotonin Syndrome Myth
Triptans and SSRIs are often wrongly thought to cause serotonin syndrome. New evidence shows the risk is negligible. Learn why this long-standing warning is outdated and how to safely treat migraines while on antidepressants.
How to Check Your Medicine Cabinet for Expired Drugs: A Simple Step-by-Step Checklist
Check your medicine cabinet twice a year to remove expired drugs and prevent accidents. Learn what to keep, how to dispose of old meds safely, and which medicines are dangerous past their date.
Recent Legislative Changes to Substitution: 2023-2025 Updates
The U.S. House of Representatives overhauled its amendment substitution rules in 2025, requiring digital filings, committee reviews, and severity classifications. These changes boosted efficiency but reduced minority input-reshaping how laws are made.
Polysomnography: What to Expect During a Sleep Study and How Results Are Interpreted
Polysomnography is the most comprehensive sleep study used to diagnose sleep disorders like sleep apnea, narcolepsy, and parasomnias. Learn what happens during the test, how results are interpreted, and why it's still the gold standard.
Soy Products and Levothyroxine: What You Need to Know About Absorption Interference
Soy products can reduce levothyroxine absorption by up to 40%, leading to uncontrolled hypothyroidism. Learn how to time your meals and medication to avoid this common interaction.
Generic Drug Labeling Requirements: What the FDA Mandates
The FDA requires generic drug labels to match brand-name labels exactly, except for manufacturer details. This ensures safety but creates dangerous delays in updating critical warnings. Learn what's mandated, why it matters, and how it's changing.
Side Effects and Medication Adherence: How to Stay on Track When Drugs Cause Problems
Side effects are the #1 reason people stop taking their medications-even when they know it’s important. Learn how to talk to your pharmacist, adjust your plan, and stay on track without suffering in silence.
