Category: Medical Topics - Page 4
Medications to Avoid with COPD: Preventing Respiratory Compromise
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- Dec, 22 2025
Certain medications can worsen COPD by suppressing breathing, thickening mucus, or causing dangerous interactions. Learn which drugs to avoid and safer alternatives to protect your lungs and prevent hospitalization.
Hyponatremia from SSRIs: How Low Sodium and Confusion Risk Affect Antidepressant Use
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- Dec, 17 2025
SSRIs can cause dangerously low sodium levels, especially in older adults, leading to confusion, falls, and hospitalization. Learn who’s at risk, which antidepressants are safest, and how to prevent this silent but serious side effect.
Floaters and Flashes: What They Mean and When to See a Doctor
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- Dec, 15 2025
Floaters and flashes are common with age, but sudden changes can signal a retinal tear or detachment. Learn what’s normal, when to worry, and why quick action can save your vision.
Insulin Pump Therapy for Type 1 Diabetes: Pros, Cons, and How to Start
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- Dec, 15 2025
Insulin pump therapy offers better blood sugar control and more freedom for people with type 1 diabetes, but it comes with costs, risks, and a learning curve. Learn the real pros, cons, and how to get started safely.
Heart Valve Diseases: Understanding Stenosis, Regurgitation, and Modern Surgical Treatments
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- Dec, 15 2025
Heart valve diseases like stenosis and regurgitation are common but often missed. Learn how they affect your heart, what treatments are available today-from TAVR to minimally invasive repairs-and when to act before it's too late.
How to Report Side Effects and Adverse Drug Reactions to the FDA via MedWatch
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- Dec, 11 2025
Learn how to report side effects and adverse reactions to the FDA using MedWatch. Step-by-step guide for patients, caregivers, and healthcare providers on submitting reports that help improve drug and device safety.
Benzodiazepine Tapering: Safe Strategies to Reduce Dependence
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- Dec, 9 2025
Learn safe, evidence-based strategies to taper off benzodiazepines without severe withdrawal. Discover the right pace, best medications, and essential support tools for long-term users.
Prior Authorization Requirements for Medications Explained: What You Need to Know Before Your Prescription Is Filled
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- Dec, 8 2025
Prior authorization is a common insurance step for expensive or specialty medications. Learn which drugs require approval, how the process works, what to do if it's denied, and how to speed it up.
Tuberculosis Medications: Rifampin Induction and Multiple Drug Interactions
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- Dec, 7 2025
Rifampin is essential for treating tuberculosis, but its powerful effect on liver enzymes can reduce the effectiveness of many common medications. Learn how to avoid dangerous interactions and why treatment must last six months.
Common Myths About Medication Side Effects Debunked
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- Dec, 4 2025
Many people stop taking medications because of myths about side effects-but most are manageable. Learn the truth about antibiotics, statins, OTC painkillers, and more, backed by science and real patient data.
