Category: Medications - Page 2

Why Using One Pharmacy Improves Medication Safety and Reduces Dangerous Interactions

23 Dec

Medications Peyton Holyfield

Using one pharmacy for all your prescriptions reduces dangerous drug interactions, prevents duplicate medications, and makes refills easier. It’s the simplest way to stay safe on multiple meds.

Kava and Sedative Medications: What You Need to Know About Liver and Sedation Risks

22 Dec

Medications Peyton Holyfield

Combining kava with sedative medications can cause dangerous sedation and serious liver damage. Learn the risks, which drugs to avoid, and what to do if you've already mixed them.

What Does a Medication Expiration Date Really Mean for Your Safety?

21 Dec

Medications Peyton Holyfield

Medication expiration dates guarantee potency, not safety. Most pills remain effective years past expiration, but some like insulin and EpiPens degrade dangerously fast. Learn what's safe, what's risky, and how to store meds properly.

Tetracycline Photosensitivity: How to Prevent Sun Damage While Taking Antibiotics

20 Dec

Medications Peyton Holyfield

Tetracycline antibiotics like doxycycline can cause severe sun sensitivity, leading to burns, nail damage, and dark skin patches. Learn which drugs carry the highest risk and how to protect yourself with real, science-backed sun safety steps.

Augmentation Strategies for Antidepressant Side Effects: What Actually Works

19 Dec

Medications Peyton Holyfield

Learn how targeted medication additions like trazodone and bupropion can reduce antidepressant side effects like insomnia and sexual dysfunction without sacrificing mood improvement. Evidence-based, practical, and patient-tested.

Finding Generic Combinations: When Components Don't Match Brand Formulations

17 Dec

Medications Peyton Holyfield

Generic combination drugs save money but may contain different inactive ingredients than brand names, affecting absorption and causing side effects in sensitive patients. Learn when substitutions are safe-and when they’re not.

Postpartum Depression Treatment: Safe Antidepressants During Breastfeeding and What Side Effects to Watch For

16 Dec

Medications Peyton Holyfield

Learn which antidepressants are safest for breastfeeding mothers with postpartum depression, what side effects to watch for in babies, and how to balance mental health treatment with safe lactation.

How Medicare Part D Generics Save Money on Copays in 2025

15 Dec

Medications Peyton Holyfield

In 2025, Medicare Part D caps out-of-pocket drug costs at $2,000, saving millions on generic medications. Learn how copays work, which plans offer the best deals, and how to maximize your savings.

Preventive Measures: Building Resilient Pharmaceutical Supply Chains to Prevent Drug Shortages

12 Dec

Medications Peyton Holyfield

Drug shortages aren't accidents-they're the result of fragile supply chains. Learn how buffer stock, dual-sourcing, regional manufacturing, and AI are building resilience to keep life-saving medicines available.

How to Prevent Medication Errors During Care Transitions and Discharge

9 Dec

Medications Peyton Holyfield

Medication errors during care transitions are a leading cause of preventable harm. Learn how medication reconciliation, pharmacist involvement, and patient engagement can stop these errors before they happen.

How to Manage Interactions When Starting a New Medication

7 Dec

Medications Peyton Holyfield

Starting a new medication? Learn how to spot and avoid dangerous drug interactions, especially if you're on multiple prescriptions. Key risks, real-world examples, and practical steps to stay safe.

Opioid Therapy: When It’s Right and When the Risks Outweigh the Benefits

5 Dec

Medications Peyton Holyfield

Opioid therapy can help with severe pain, but risks like dependence and overdose rise quickly with dose and duration. Learn when opioids are appropriate, how to spot danger signs, and what safer alternatives exist.