Switching from brand-name warfarin to a generic version can be safe-but only with careful INR monitoring. Learn why even small changes in formulation matter, how to avoid dangerous bleeding or clotting risks, and what steps to take before and after a switch.
Audio resources help visually impaired patients understand medical info independently. Learn which tools work best, how to get them, and what hospitals are required to provide under U.S. law.
Audio resources help visually impaired patients access medical information independently, reducing errors and improving health outcomes. Free and paid tools like BARD Mobile, Voice Dream Reader, and hospital audio navigation systems are transforming patient care.
Antibiotic shortages are worsening global infection treatment, forcing doctors to use toxic last-resort drugs and accelerating resistance. With 42% more shortages than other medications, this crisis threatens millions-especially in low-resource areas.
Generics don't get rebates like brand-name drugs-instead, PBMs profit through hidden spread pricing. Learn what insurance really pays and how to fight opaque drug pricing.
GoodRx lets you pay cash for prescriptions at prices often lower than insurance copays. Learn how it works, when to use it, and which alternatives actually save you money.
Learn how to interpret the new FDA pregnancy and lactation drug labels that replaced outdated letter categories. Get clear guidance on risk summaries, infant exposure, and clinical recommendations for safe medication use during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
Accidental double-dosing of medications is a silent danger in homes. Learn simple, proven strategies-like pill organizers, digital reminders, and medication lists-to prevent overdose and keep your family safe.
Cardiac rehabilitation after a heart attack or surgery is a proven, life-saving program that helps you recover safely, reduce future risks, and regain strength. Learn how it works, who qualifies, and why so few people take part.
Many medications can distort your sense of smell, causing food to taste like metal or smoke to appear out of nowhere. This condition, called dysosmia, is underdiagnosed but affects hundreds of thousands. Learn which drugs cause it, how long it lasts, and what actually helps.
Selegiline transdermal (EMSAM) is an antidepressant patch that can cause life-threatening serotonin syndrome when mixed with common medications. Learn which drugs to avoid, safe washout periods, and how to prevent dangerous interactions.
Prednisone and prednisolone are powerful anti-inflammatory drugs with serious short-term and long-term side effects. Learn what to expect, how to reduce risks, and when to ask for alternatives.
