Archive: 2025/11
How to Tell a Side Effect from a True Drug Allergy
Learn how to tell the difference between a harmless side effect and a dangerous drug allergy. Most reactions aren’t allergies-mislabeling them can limit your treatment options and put your health at risk.
- November 22 2025
- Tony Newman
- 0 Comments
Single-Source vs Multi-Source Drugs: What Patients Need to Know About Cost, Effectiveness, and Choices
Understand the difference between single-source and multi-source drugs to save money and make smarter choices. Learn how pricing, generics, and insurance affect your out-of-pocket costs.
- November 21 2025
- Tony Newman
- 0 Comments
Antihistamines: First-Generation vs. Second-Generation Compared
Learn the key differences between first- and second-generation antihistamines - from how they work and their side effects to which one is better for daily use, sleep, or sudden allergies.
- November 20 2025
- Tony Newman
- 4 Comments
Hyperparathyroidism: High Calcium, Bone Loss, and When Surgery Is Necessary
Hyperparathyroidism causes high calcium, bone loss, and chronic fatigue. Surgery is the only cure. Learn the signs, when to act, and what to expect after treatment.
- November 20 2025
- Tony Newman
- 2 Comments
How to Follow Professional Society Safety Updates on Medications
Learn how to track medication safety updates from trusted sources like ISMP, FDA, and ASHP. Get practical steps to set up alerts, avoid common mistakes, and turn guidelines into real safety actions.
- November 19 2025
- Tony Newman
- 3 Comments
How Medications Help Manage Chest Pain: A Clear Guide
Learn how medications like aspirin, nitroglycerin, and statins help manage chest pain caused by heart issues, acid reflux, or anxiety. Know what works, what to avoid, and when to call for help.
- November 18 2025
- Tony Newman
- 6 Comments
Specialty Pharmacy: How Providers Dispense Generic Specialty Drugs
Specialty pharmacies dispense generic specialty drugs the same way as branded ones-not because of cost, but because of complexity. Learn how providers manage these drugs, why retail pharmacies can't fill them, and what patients should expect.
- November 17 2025
- Tony Newman
- 4 Comments
Medical Power of Attorney and Medication Decisions: Planning Ahead
A medical power of attorney lets you choose someone to make medication and treatment decisions if you can't speak. Learn how to pick the right person, what to include, and why this simple step prevents family conflicts and ensures your wishes are honored.
- November 17 2025
- Tony Newman
- 6 Comments
How to Reduce Medication Risks with Simple Lifestyle Changes
Simple lifestyle changes like walking, eating better, sleeping well, and reducing stress can lower your need for medications, reduce side effects, and improve your health-without quitting your prescriptions. Evidence-backed, practical, and doable.
- November 17 2025
- Tony Newman
- 6 Comments
Deprescribing Frameworks: How to Safely Reduce Medications and Cut Side Effects
Deprescribing is the safe, structured process of reducing unnecessary medications to cut side effects and improve quality of life-especially for older adults on multiple drugs. Learn how it works, which meds to question, and how to start the conversation with your doctor.
- November 14 2025
- Tony Newman
- 8 Comments