Author: James Hines
How to Use Refill Synchronization to Improve Medication Adherence
Refill synchronization aligns all your monthly medications to one refill date, reducing missed doses and improving adherence. Learn how it works, who benefits most, and how to get started with this proven pharmacy service.
Mineral Bone Disorder in CKD: Understanding Calcium, PTH, and Vitamin D
CKD-MBD is a systemic disorder involving calcium, phosphate, PTH, and vitamin D imbalances that damage bones and blood vessels. Learn how it develops, how it's diagnosed, and how to manage it effectively in chronic kidney disease.
Citrus Fruits and Calcium Channel Blockers: What You Need to Know About the Dangerous Interaction
Grapefruit can dangerously increase levels of certain blood pressure medications like felodipine and amlodipine, leading to low blood pressure and serious side effects. Avoid grapefruit, Seville oranges, and tangelos if you take calcium channel blockers.
Meniere’s Diet: How Sodium Restriction and Fluid Balance Reduce Vertigo and Hearing Loss
A low-sodium diet and proper fluid balance can significantly reduce vertigo, hearing loss, and tinnitus in Meniere’s disease. Learn how cutting salt to 1,500-2,000 mg daily and drinking enough water helps manage symptoms without drugs.
Blood Thinners and NSAIDs: Why This Drug Mix Can Be Life-Threatening
Combining blood thinners with NSAIDs like ibuprofen or naproxen can double your risk of dangerous bleeding-even in the brain or lungs. Learn why this common mix is life-threatening and what to take instead.
Pregnancy and Autoimmune Disease: Safe Medications and Preconception Planning
Learn which autoimmune disease medications are safe during pregnancy and how to plan ahead to protect both your health and your baby’s. Evidence-based guidance for lupus, RA, and more.
Generational Differences in Attitudes Toward Generic Medications
Generational attitudes toward generic medications vary widely, with older adults more likely to distrust them despite scientific proof of equivalence. Understanding why-based on experience, marketing, and health literacy-can help bridge the gap in patient acceptance.
Oral Chemotherapy: Adherence, Safety, and Side Effects Explained
Oral chemotherapy offers convenience but demands strict adherence and safety awareness. Learn how to manage side effects, avoid dangerous drug interactions, and stay on track with your treatment plan.
How to Store Prescription Labels and Leaflets for Future Reference
Learn how to properly store prescription labels and medication leaflets to prevent errors, avoid dangerous interactions, and ensure safe care during emergencies. Simple systems for both paper and digital records.
SGLT2 Inhibitors and Diabetic Ketoacidosis: What You Need to Know About the Risk
SGLT2 inhibitors help manage type 2 diabetes and protect the heart and kidneys, but they carry a rare but serious risk of euglycemic diabetic ketoacidosis-where ketones rise even when blood sugar is normal. Know the symptoms, test for ketones when ill, and act fast.