Author: Garrick Althorpe

Recognizing Signs of Drug Allergies and When to Seek Emergency Care
Health

Recognizing Signs of Drug Allergies and When to Seek Emergency Care

Learn how to spot real drug allergies vs. side effects, recognize life-threatening reactions like anaphylaxis, and understand when to get tested-especially if you think you're allergic to penicillin.

Switching from Brand to Generic Medication: What You Need to Know
Medications

Switching from Brand to Generic Medication: What You Need to Know

Switching from brand-name to generic medication can save you hundreds per month - but what should you expect? Learn when generics work just as well, when to be cautious, and how to avoid common pitfalls.

MedlinePlus Drug Information: Consumer-Friendly Safety Summaries
Medications

MedlinePlus Drug Information: Consumer-Friendly Safety Summaries

MedlinePlus Drug Information offers free, trustworthy, plain-language safety summaries for prescription and over-the-counter medications. No ads, no jargon - just clear facts from the U.S. National Library of Medicine.

Opioids in Older Adults: Managing Falls, Delirium, and Safe Dosing
Medications

Opioids in Older Adults: Managing Falls, Delirium, and Safe Dosing

Opioids in older adults increase fall risk, trigger delirium, and cause dangerous side effects due to age-related changes in metabolism. Safe dosing requires starting low, going slow, and prioritizing non-opioid alternatives.

Rheumatoid Arthritis: How Biologic DMARDs Can Lead to Disease Remission
Medications

Rheumatoid Arthritis: How Biologic DMARDs Can Lead to Disease Remission

Biologic DMARDs have transformed rheumatoid arthritis treatment, offering real remission for many patients. Learn how they work, which ones are most effective, their risks, costs, and what to expect on the path to feeling better.

Stevens-Johnson Syndrome and Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis: Recognizing Medication-Related Emergencies
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Stevens-Johnson Syndrome and Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis: Recognizing Medication-Related Emergencies

Stevens-Johnson Syndrome and Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis are rare but deadly drug reactions that cause skin and mucous membrane damage. Recognizing early symptoms like fever, rash, and blisters can save lives. Immediate medical care is critical.

How to Identify a Legitimate Generic Drug at the Pharmacy
Pharmacy

How to Identify a Legitimate Generic Drug at the Pharmacy

Learn how to spot a legitimate generic drug at the pharmacy by checking pill markings, packaging, and pharmacy sources. Avoid counterfeits and ensure your medication is safe and effective.

Placebo Effect with Generics: Why Your Mind Makes Generic Drugs Feel Less Effective
Health

Placebo Effect with Generics: Why Your Mind Makes Generic Drugs Feel Less Effective

Why do generic drugs sometimes feel less effective-even when they're chemically identical to brand-name versions? The answer lies in psychology, not pharmacology. Learn how perception shapes healing and what you can do about it.

How to Store Liquid Antibiotics and Reconstituted Suspensions Correctly
Pharmacy

How to Store Liquid Antibiotics and Reconstituted Suspensions Correctly

Learn how to store liquid antibiotics correctly to keep them effective. Find out which ones need refrigeration, how long they last after mixing, and what happens if you store them wrong.

Adverse Event Reporting: What Pharmacists Must Do for Generic Medication Safety
Pharmacy

Adverse Event Reporting: What Pharmacists Must Do for Generic Medication Safety

Pharmacists play a critical role in identifying and reporting adverse events from generic medications. Learn why reporting matters, how to do it, and how your actions help prevent harm to thousands of patients.

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