Category: Medications - Page 3
Mail-Order Pharmacy Cost Savings: Pros and Cons
Finnegan O'Sullivan Dec 22 14Mail-order pharmacies can save hundreds a year on maintenance medications through 90-day supplies and automated systems. Learn the real pros, cons, and who benefits most - plus how to switch without mistakes.
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Opioid Tolerance: Why Your Pain Medication Dose Keeps Going Up
Finnegan O'Sullivan Dec 21 13Opioid tolerance means your body needs higher doses over time to get the same pain relief. It’s a normal biological response-not addiction-but it increases overdose risk, especially after periods of abstinence. Learn why doses rise and what to do about it.
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Warfarin and Generic Switching: What You Need to Know About INR Monitoring and Safety
Finnegan O'Sullivan Dec 19 13Switching from brand-name warfarin to a generic version can affect your INR levels and increase bleeding or clotting risks. Learn how to monitor safely, when to test, and what to do if your numbers change after a switch.
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How to Compare Dissolution Profiles and What They Mean for Generic and Brand Drugs
Finnegan O'Sullivan Dec 16 14Dissolution profile comparison ensures generic drugs release medicine the same way as brand-name versions. Learn how f2 factors, regulatory standards, and lab tests prove bioequivalence without human trials.
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How to Get Free Medication Samples Ethically and Track Lot Expiration Dates
Finnegan O'Sullivan Dec 12 13Learn how to ethically obtain free medication samples and track expiration dates to stay safe and support responsible healthcare practices. Avoid scams and expired drugs with proven tips and trusted platforms.
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Biologic Therapies: How to Inject Safely and Avoid Infections
Finnegan O'Sullivan Dec 10 13Learn how to safely inject biologic therapies at home, avoid infection risks, and build confidence with proper training techniques. Essential guidance for patients starting self-administered biologics.
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Insulin Safety: How to Avoid Dosing Errors, Choose the Right Syringe, and Prevent Hypoglycemia
Finnegan O'Sullivan Dec 4 9Learn how to safely use insulin by understanding dosing units, choosing the right syringe, and preventing dangerous low blood sugar. Avoid common errors that lead to hypoglycemia with clear, practical guidelines.
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Antihypertensive Combination Generics: What’s Available and How to Get Them
Finnegan O'Sullivan Dec 2 11Antihypertensive combination generics combine two or three blood pressure drugs into one pill, improving adherence and lowering costs. Learn which combos are available, how much they cost, and how to get them covered by insurance.
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How to Reduce Pill Burden with Combination Medications for Seniors
Finnegan O'Sullivan Dec 1 5Combination medications help seniors take fewer pills daily, improving adherence and lowering risks of hospitalization. Learn how fixed-dose combos work, when they’re best, and how to talk to your doctor about switching.
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Generic Combination Products: When Multiple Generics Equal One Brand
Finnegan O'Sullivan Nov 27 14Generic combination products combine drugs and devices, but substitution rules don't match traditional generics. Learn why these products are harder to copy, why they cost more, and how the system is slowly changing.
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