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.
Generic substitution for NTI drugs like warfarin and phenytoin can be dangerous due to tiny differences in absorption. Even small changes in blood levels can cause serious side effects or treatment failure. Know your meds, ask questions, and never switch without medical approval.
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.
Discover the most effective digital tools for patient education in 2025, including apps like MyTherapy, Snorkl, and Epic!, and learn how AI is transforming how patients understand their health.
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 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.
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.
Lot numbers and serial codes are critical tools in stopping counterfeit drugs. Learn how track-and-trace systems work, why they’re legally required, and what you can do to protect yourself from fake medicine.
Learn how to get 90-day prescription fills to cut your medication costs in half. Save money, reduce pharmacy trips, and improve adherence with simple steps anyone can take.
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.