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Cost Sharing Explained: Deductibles, Copays, and Coinsurance for Medication Costs
Understand how deductibles, copays, and coinsurance affect your medication costs. Learn how these out-of-pocket expenses work, how they add up, and how to save money on prescriptions.
- December 12 2025
- Tony Newman
- 15 Comments
OTC Diarrhea Treatments: When to Use and When to See a Doctor
Learn when to use OTC diarrhea treatments like Imodium and Pepto-Bismol - and when to skip them and see a doctor. Avoid dangerous mistakes and know the real signs you need medical help.
- December 11 2025
- Tony Newman
- 15 Comments
Control and Choice: How Autonomy in Medication Selection Empowers Patients
Patients have the right to choose their medications based on personal values, lifestyle, and cost-not just doctor recommendations. Learn how informed choice improves adherence, reduces side effects, and restores dignity in healthcare.
- December 10 2025
- Tony Newman
- 11 Comments
Kava and Sedative Medications: What You Need to Know About Liver and Sedation Risks
Kava may help with anxiety, but combining it with sedative meds like Xanax or Valium can cause dangerous drowsiness and serious liver damage. Learn the risks, who's most at risk, and safer alternatives.
- December 9 2025
- Tony Newman
- 11 Comments
Fish Oil and Aspirin Together: Do They Increase Bleeding Risk?
Fish oil and aspirin both affect blood clotting, but together they don't significantly increase bleeding risk at standard doses. Large studies show safety for most people, though high doses or surgery require caution.
- December 8 2025
- Tony Newman
- 13 Comments
Planning for Patent Expiry: What Patients and Healthcare Systems Need to Do Now
Patent expirations are triggering massive drug price drops-but most patients and health systems aren’t ready. Learn what you need to do now to avoid disruptions, save money, and stay safe.
- December 7 2025
- Tony Newman
- 9 Comments
Anticoagulant Reversal Agents: Idarucizumab, Andexanet Alfa, PCC, and Vitamin K Explained
Learn how idarucizumab, andexanet alfa, PCC, and vitamin K reverse blood thinners in emergencies. Compare speed, safety, cost, and real-world use for warfarin and DOACs.
- December 6 2025
- Tony Newman
- 13 Comments
Dementia Types: Vascular, Frontotemporal, and Lewy Body Explained
Vascular, frontotemporal, and Lewy body dementia are three distinct types of dementia with different causes, symptoms, and treatments. Learn how to tell them apart and why accurate diagnosis matters.
- December 5 2025
- Tony Newman
- 8 Comments
Edema in CKD: How Diuretics, Salt Restriction, and Compression Therapy Work Together
Learn how diuretics, salt restriction, and compression therapy work together to manage edema in chronic kidney disease. Evidence-based strategies to reduce swelling, protect kidney function, and improve daily life.
- December 4 2025
- Tony Newman
- 8 Comments
Amiodarone, Digoxin, and Warfarin: The Dangerous Drug Triad You Can't Ignore
Amiodarone, digoxin, and warfarin together create a deadly drug interaction that can cause toxic digoxin levels and life-threatening bleeding. Learn how to spot the signs, adjust doses safely, and protect yourself or a loved one.
- December 4 2025
- Tony Newman
- 8 Comments