Category: Health - Page 2
Allergen Avoidance: Environmental Control and Home Strategies for Better Breathing
Learn how to reduce allergens in your home with science-backed strategies for dust mites, pet dander, mold, and more. Discover what actually works to improve breathing and reduce allergy symptoms.
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Linezolid and Tyramine: What You Must Eat - and Avoid - to Prevent Dangerous Blood Pressure Spikes
Linezolid can cause dangerous blood pressure spikes when mixed with tyramine-rich foods like aged cheese, soy sauce, or red wine. Learn what to avoid, what's safe, and how to prevent life-threatening reactions.
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Steroid Hyperglycemia in Diabetes: How to Adjust Insulin and Medications
Steroids can cause dangerous blood sugar spikes in people with diabetes. Learn how to adjust insulin doses, when to monitor glucose, and how to avoid hypoglycemia during steroid tapering with evidence-based strategies.
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The Nocebo Effect in Medications: Why Expectations Shape Side Effects
The nocebo effect explains why people feel side effects from medications that aren’t actually causing them. Expectations, not chemicals, often trigger symptoms like nausea, fatigue, and headaches. Understanding this can improve treatment outcomes.
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Pregnancy and Lactation Labeling Rule (PLLR): How to Read FDA Drug Safety Info
The FDA's Pregnancy and Lactation Labeling Rule (PLLR) replaced outdated letter categories with clear, evidence-based safety info for pregnant and breastfeeding women. Learn how to read the new labels and make informed medication decisions.
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What Are Drug Side Effects: Definition, Causes, and Real-World Examples
Learn what drug side effects really are, why they happen, and how common they are - with real examples, causes, and practical tips for managing them safely. Understand the difference between minor and serious reactions.
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The 80-125% Rule: Understanding Bioequivalence Confidence Intervals for Generic Drugs
The 80-125% rule ensures generic drugs are absorbed the same way as brand-name versions. Learn how bioequivalence confidence intervals work, why they matter, and what the data really says about generic safety.
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Biologic Patent Protection: When Biosimilars Can Enter the U.S. Market
Biologic drugs in the U.S. enjoy 12 years of market exclusivity before biosimilars can enter, thanks to FDA rules and patent thickets. This delays competition, keeps prices high, and leaves patients paying more than those in other countries.
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Bursitis and Tendinitis: How to Tell Them Apart and Treat Them Right
Bursitis and tendinitis cause joint pain but affect different tissues. Learn how to tell them apart, what treatments actually work, and why misdiagnosis delays recovery by weeks.
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Autoimmune Overlap: Understanding PBC, PSC, and AIH Combined Features
Autoimmune overlap syndromes combine features of PBC, PSC, and AIH, requiring specialized diagnosis and dual treatment. Learn how to spot the signs and why standard therapies often fail.
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Creatine and Kidney Disease Medications: How to Monitor Renal Function Safely
Creatine can falsely raise creatinine levels, leading to misdiagnosis of kidney disease. Learn how to monitor kidney function safely if you're on kidney meds or have CKD - without stopping your supplement.
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Patient Communication in Drug Shortages: What Providers Must Do
When drugs run short, providers must communicate clearly, honestly, and empathetically. Learn what patients need to hear, how to explain alternatives, and why failing to act can break trust-and risk safety.
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