Category: Pharmacy - Page 3

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When Doctors Say 'Do Not Substitute': Why Brand-Name Drugs Are Sometimes Necessary

When doctors write 'Do Not Substitute' on a prescription, it's not about cost - it's about safety. Learn why brand-name drugs are sometimes the only safe choice for patients on narrow therapeutic index medications, biologics, or those with prior adverse reactions to generics.

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Ciprofloxacin and Theophylline: What You Need to Know About the Deadly Drug Interaction

Ciprofloxacin can dangerously increase theophylline levels, leading to seizures, heart problems, and death. Learn why this interaction still causes thousands of hospitalizations each year - and how to stay safe.

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How to Find Safe Licensed Online Pharmacies

Learn how to identify licensed online pharmacies that are safe and legal. Avoid scams by checking for VIPPS accreditation, verifying prescriptions, and using official tools to confirm legitimacy before buying medication online.

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Using Two Patient Identifiers in the Pharmacy for Safety: How It Prevents Medication Errors

Using two patient identifiers in the pharmacy prevents deadly medication errors by ensuring the right person gets the right drug. Learn how this simple rule, backed by science and regulation, saves lives-and why skipping it is never worth the risk.

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Proton Pump Inhibitors and Antifungals: How They Interfere With Absorption and Effectiveness

Proton pump inhibitors can block absorption of key antifungals like itraconazole, leading to treatment failure. Fluconazole and echinocandins are safer options. New research even suggests PPIs may boost antifungal power-making this interaction more complex than ever.

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Verifying Your Prescription at the Pharmacy: A Simple Patient Checklist to Avoid Medication Errors

Learn how to verify your prescription at the pharmacy with a simple 7-step checklist to prevent dangerous medication errors. Protect yourself with facts, not assumptions.

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Generic Prescribing Guidelines: What Doctors Need to Know Today

Generic prescribing saves billions and improves patient adherence - but only when done right. Learn when to use generics, when to stick with brands, and how to explain it to patients.

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IVIVC and Waivers: How In-Vitro Methods Are Replacing In-Vivo Bioequivalence Testing

IVIVC uses lab-based dissolution tests to predict how a drug behaves in the body, replacing costly human bioequivalence studies. Learn how it works, when it's accepted by the FDA, and why most attempts fail.

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Phenytoin and Generics: What You Need to Know About Therapeutic Drug Monitoring

Switching phenytoin generics can be dangerous due to its narrow therapeutic window and non-linear metabolism. Learn when and how to monitor levels, interpret free vs. total concentrations, and avoid life-threatening toxicity.

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Turmeric & Black Pepper with Blood Thinners: Risks & Safety Tips

Turmeric and black pepper supplements can drastically boost curcumin absorption, raising the risk of dangerous bleeding for anyone on blood thinners. Learn the science, guidelines, and safe practices to protect yourself.