Category: Medications - Page 2

How to Prevent Pediatric Dispensing Errors with Weight-Based Checks

Beata Staszkow
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January 22
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Pediatric medication errors often stem from weight calculation mistakes. Learn how weight-based verification at every step-prescribing, dispensing, and administering-can prevent life-threatening dosing errors in children.

When Do Drug Patents Expire? Understanding the 20-Year Term and Real-World Timeline

Beata Staszkow
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January 17
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Drug patents last 20 years from filing, but real market exclusivity is often just 7-12 years due to clinical trials. Extensions, regulatory exclusivity, and patent thickets can delay generics for years - here's how it really works.

Magnesium Supplements and Osteoporosis Medications: The 2-Hour Timing Rule You Can't Ignore

Keith Ashcroft
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January 16
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Magnesium supplements can block osteoporosis medications like Fosamax and Actonel from working. Learn the exact 2-hour timing rule to protect your bone density and avoid fractures.

How to Safely Dispose of Medications in Household Trash: Step-by-Step Guide

Keith Ashcroft
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January 14
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Learn how to safely dispose of expired or unused medications in household trash using FDA-approved steps. Prevent misuse, protect kids and pets, and reduce environmental harm with this simple guide.

How to Use Patient Assistance Programs When No Generic Medication Exists

Keith Ashcroft
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January 10
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When no generic drug exists, patient assistance programs can cut costs from thousands to zero. Learn how to apply, avoid common traps like accumulator adjustments, and find help for brand-name medications.

Patent Exclusivity vs Market Exclusivity: What’s the Real Difference for Drug Prices?

Beata Staszkow
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January 8
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14

Patent exclusivity and market exclusivity are two different legal tools that delay generic drugs. One protects inventions; the other protects clinical data. Both affect drug prices-and patients pay the difference.

Immunosuppressive Combinations: Generic Options for Transplant Care

Keith Ashcroft
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January 7
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Generic immunosuppressants like tacrolimus and mycophenolate offer the same protection as brand-name drugs at 80% lower cost. Learn how they work, their risks, and why they’re now the standard for transplant care.

How to Use Pharmacy Apps to Track Potential Drug Interactions

Keith Ashcroft
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January 5
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12

Learn how to use pharmacy apps to spot dangerous drug interactions before they happen. Discover the best apps for patients and pros, how they work, and how to avoid costly mistakes with prescriptions, supplements, and OTC meds.

Muscle Aches from Statins: What Really Causes It and What to Do

Keith Ashcroft
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January 4
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15

Muscle aches from statins are common but often overestimated. Learn what's really causing the pain, when to worry, and how to stay protected without quitting your heart medication.

Questions to Ask Your Pharmacist About Prescription Medications

Beata Staszkow
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January 3
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Learn the essential questions to ask your pharmacist about prescription medications to avoid errors, manage side effects, save money, and stay safe. Get practical advice backed by research and real-world examples.