Author: Rob Kirtley - Page 4
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Sleep Restriction Therapy is a proven, drug-free method to fix chronic insomnia by limiting time in bed to match actual sleep. It rebuilds sleep pressure, cuts nighttime wakefulness, and creates lasting improvements - without medication.
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Learn how to create a simple, safe medication schedule that reduces drug interactions using proven methods like the Universal Medication Schedule, pill organizers, and refill syncing. Ideal for those taking five or more medications daily.
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Drug allergy skin testing helps determine if you truly have an allergy to medications like penicillin. Learn how the test works, what to expect, and why it could change your future treatment options.
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Men with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) face a serious risk of urinary retention when taking common decongestants like pseudoephedrine. Learn why, which meds to avoid, and safer alternatives that won't block your urine flow.
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Adrenal incidentalomas are often harmless, but some can be dangerous. Learn how doctors evaluate these tumors, which hormone tests are essential, and when surgery is truly needed to prevent serious health risks.
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Learn the correct 5-step method to safely dispose of expired or unused medications in household trash, as recommended by the FDA and EPA. Avoid flushing, protect privacy, and prevent accidental poisoning.
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Caffeine can interfere with many common medications, from blood thinners to thyroid pills and antidepressants. Learn how coffee affects your drugs, what to avoid, and how to stay safe without giving up your morning cup.
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Chronic eczema is driven by a broken skin barrier, not just inflammation. Learn how to repair it with ceramides, avoid key triggers, and break the itch-scratch cycle using science-backed methods.
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Bupropion (Zyban) helps people quit smoking by targeting brain chemicals linked to cravings-but it can interact dangerously with other drugs. Learn how to use it safely, what to avoid, and what really works.
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Learn how to interpret pharmacy allergy alerts, understand what's real vs. false, and how to fix inaccurate records to avoid dangerous medication errors. Most alerts are wrong-here’s how to make them work for you.