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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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Topical Calcipotriol: What You Need to Know About This Psoriasis Treatment

Topical Calcipotriol: What You Need to Know About This Psoriasis Treatment

Calcipotriol is a vitamin D-based topical treatment that helps control psoriasis by slowing skin cell growth. Safe for long-term use, it reduces plaques without thinning the skin like steroids. Learn how it works, how to use it, and how it compares to other options.

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Aripiprazole and Infertility: Does This Antipsychotic Affect Fertility?

Aripiprazole and Infertility: Does This Antipsychotic Affect Fertility?

Aripiprazole doesn't improve fertility directly, but it may be the safest antipsychotic option for those trying to conceive. Learn how it affects hormones, sperm, and pregnancy outcomes compared to other psychiatric meds.

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Suicidal Thoughts on Antidepressants: What the Black Box Warning Really Means

Suicidal Thoughts on Antidepressants: What the Black Box Warning Really Means

The FDA's black box warning on antidepressants alerts users to increased suicidal thoughts in young people. But the real story is more complex: untreated depression is deadlier. Here's what you need to know to stay safe.

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Is Olmesartan Safe for People with Glaucoma? What the Evidence Shows

Is Olmesartan Safe for People with Glaucoma? What the Evidence Shows

Olmesartan is safe for most people with glaucoma. It doesn't raise eye pressure or harm the optic nerve. Studies show no negative effects on intraocular pressure, making it a better choice than some other blood pressure drugs.

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