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SSRIs and Anticoagulants: What You Need to Know About the Bleeding Risk

SSRIs and Anticoagulants: What You Need to Know About the Bleeding Risk

Combining SSRIs with anticoagulants increases bleeding risk by 33%, especially in the first 30 days. Learn how platelet effects drive this interaction, which drugs are riskiest, and what to do to stay safe.

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Adverse Drug Events: Definition, Types, and How to Prevent Them

Adverse Drug Events: Definition, Types, and How to Prevent Them

Adverse drug events cause over 1 million ER visits and 125,000 hospitalizations annually in the U.S. Learn what they are, which drugs cause the most harm, and proven ways to prevent them.

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Legit vs Rogue Online Pharmacies: 10 Red Flags That Could Put Your Health at Risk

Legit vs Rogue Online Pharmacies: 10 Red Flags That Could Put Your Health at Risk

Learn the 10 red flags that separate legit online pharmacies from dangerous rogue ones. Discover how to verify a pharmacy, avoid counterfeit meds, and protect your health when buying medicine online.

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Generalized Anxiety Disorder: SSRIs, Benzodiazepines, and CBT Explained

Generalized Anxiety Disorder: SSRIs, Benzodiazepines, and CBT Explained

Learn how SSRIs, benzodiazepines, and CBT treat Generalized Anxiety Disorder-what works, what doesn’t, and which option is right for you long-term.

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Taking Prescription Medicine with Food vs. on an Empty Stomach: What You Need to Know

Taking Prescription Medicine with Food vs. on an Empty Stomach: What You Need to Know

Learn how food affects your prescription meds - when to take them with meals, when to avoid food, and what happens if you get it wrong. Essential guidance for safe, effective medication use.

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FDA Boxed Warnings Explained: What Patients Need to Know About Black Box Alerts

FDA Boxed Warnings Explained: What Patients Need to Know About Black Box Alerts

Boxed warnings are the FDA's strongest safety alerts for prescription drugs. Learn what they mean, how they work, and what you should do if your medication has one. Don't panic-understand.

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Psychosis: Recognizing Early Warning Signs and Accessing Coordinated Specialty Care

Psychosis: Recognizing Early Warning Signs and Accessing Coordinated Specialty Care

Recognize the early warning signs of psychosis-like social withdrawal, trouble concentrating, and unusual thoughts-and learn how Coordinated Specialty Care can lead to full recovery when treatment starts early.

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How to Discuss Pregnancy and Breastfeeding Plans for Medication Safety

How to Discuss Pregnancy and Breastfeeding Plans for Medication Safety

Learn how to have clear, evidence-based conversations with your provider about medication safety during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Avoid common mistakes, use trusted resources, and make informed choices for you and your baby.

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How to Check for Pharmacy-Level Recall Notifications: A Step-by-Step Guide for 2025

How to Check for Pharmacy-Level Recall Notifications: A Step-by-Step Guide for 2025

Learn how to check for pharmacy-level drug recall notifications using FDA alerts, wholesaler systems, and pharmacy software. Essential steps for 2025 to protect patients and stay compliant.

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Epilepsy and Seizures: Types, Triggers, and Antiepileptic Medications

Epilepsy and Seizures: Types, Triggers, and Antiepileptic Medications

Learn the latest epilepsy classifications, common seizure triggers, and how antiepileptic medications work. Understand why accurate diagnosis matters and what’s new in 2025 for better seizure control.

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Dizziness and Lightheadedness as Common Medication Side Effects

Dizziness and Lightheadedness as Common Medication Side Effects

Dizziness and lightheadedness are common side effects of many medications, from blood pressure pills to antidepressants. Learn which drugs cause it, why it happens, and how to manage it safely without risking serious health consequences.

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Over-the-Counter Medications: NSAIDs, Acetaminophen, and Antihistamines Explained for Safe Use

Over-the-Counter Medications: NSAIDs, Acetaminophen, and Antihistamines Explained for Safe Use

Learn how to safely use common OTC meds like NSAIDs, acetaminophen, and antihistamines. Avoid dangerous overdoses, drug interactions, and hidden risks with clear, practical advice.

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