Category: Medications - Page 4

Buspirone augmentation with SSRIs offers a safe, effective way to treat treatment-resistant depression without the weight gain or sexual side effects of other options. Learn how it works, who benefits most, and what to expect.

Alcohol can dangerously raise your INR levels when you're on warfarin, increasing bleeding risk. Learn how drinking affects your blood thinner, what safe limits are, and what to do if your INR spikes.

Antiviral medications treat viral infections like flu, COVID-19, and hepatitis C by blocking virus replication. Learn how drugs like Paxlovid, sofosbuvir, and oseltamivir work, their effectiveness, limitations, and what patients need to know for timely treatment.

Color-coded auxiliary labels on medication bottles are critical safety tools that warn of interactions, guide usage, and improve adherence. Learn what each color means, why placement matters, and how they prevent thousands of medication errors each year.

Opioid-induced nausea affects up to 40% of users, but it's manageable. Learn which antiemetics work best, how timing your doses cuts nausea, and simple diet changes that help you stay on track with pain relief.

Pharmacists must stay updated on generics to ensure safe substitutions, comply with state laws, and avoid malpractice. Learn what CE is required, how to choose effective courses, and what’s changing in 2025.

Prescription label warnings are life-saving instructions-but most people don’t understand them. Learn what black box warnings, color-coded stickers, and phrases like 'do not crush' really mean, and how to avoid dangerous mistakes.

Antitrust laws shape the generic drug market by preventing pay-for-delay deals, patent abuse, and other tactics that block competition. These rules save consumers billions and keep medications affordable.

Learn how to track medication expiration dates in your cabinet with simple, proven methods. Avoid risks from expired pills and keep your medicines safe and effective.

The Beers Criteria identify potentially dangerous medications for adults over 65. Learn which drugs to avoid, why they're risky, and how to talk to your doctor about safer alternatives.