Category: Health and Medicine - Page 3

1 December Caspian Delacruz 8 Comments
Nausea Medications in Pregnancy: Safe Options and Real Risk Profiles

Nausea Medications in Pregnancy: Safe Options and Real Risk Profiles

Safe, effective treatments for pregnancy nausea include ginger, vitamin B6, and Diclegis. Avoid ondansetron and PPIs due to potential risks. Learn the step-by-step approach backed by ACOG and real patient data.

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1 December Caspian Delacruz 9 Comments
Portal Hypertension: Managing Varices, Ascites, and Life-Threatening Complications

Portal Hypertension: Managing Varices, Ascites, and Life-Threatening Complications

Portal hypertension causes dangerous complications like varices and ascites in cirrhosis patients. Learn how to prevent bleeding, manage fluid buildup, and access life-saving treatments in 2025.

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28 November Caspian Delacruz 15 Comments
How to Identify Counterfeit Pills That Increase Overdose Danger

How to Identify Counterfeit Pills That Increase Overdose Danger

Counterfeit pills look like real prescriptions but often contain lethal doses of fentanyl. Learn how to spot them, test for fentanyl, recognize overdose signs, and protect yourself with naloxone and harm reduction strategies.

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23 November Caspian Delacruz 13 Comments
How to Report Adverse Events to the FDA for Medications: A Step-by-Step Guide

How to Report Adverse Events to the FDA for Medications: A Step-by-Step Guide

Learn how to report adverse events to the FDA for medications. Step-by-step guide for patients, caregivers, and healthcare providers on using MedWatch and FAERS to improve drug safety.

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20 November Caspian Delacruz 12 Comments
Seized Counterfeit Medications: Real Cases and What We’ve Learned

Seized Counterfeit Medications: Real Cases and What We’ve Learned

Real cases of seized counterfeit medications reveal a growing global crisis. From fake Ozempic pens to toxic Botox, these fakes are killing people. Learn how they’re made, where they come from, and how to protect yourself.

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19 November Caspian Delacruz 12 Comments
Warfarin and Vitamin K: How Consistent Eating Keeps Your INR Stable

Warfarin and Vitamin K: How Consistent Eating Keeps Your INR Stable

Learn how to manage your warfarin therapy by keeping vitamin K intake consistent - not restricted. Discover why steady eating beats avoiding greens, how to track your intake, and what really moves your INR.

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17 November Caspian Delacruz 9 Comments
Aplastic Anemia from Medications: Early Signs and Urgent Actions

Aplastic Anemia from Medications: Early Signs and Urgent Actions

Medication-induced aplastic anemia is rare but deadly. Learn the early signs like unexplained bruising, fatigue, and fevers - and what urgent actions to take before it's too late. Stop the drug, get a CBC, and see a hematologist immediately.

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17 November Caspian Delacruz 15 Comments
Probiotics with Antibiotics: How to Reduce Side Effects and Protect Your Gut

Probiotics with Antibiotics: How to Reduce Side Effects and Protect Your Gut

Learn how to use probiotics with antibiotics to reduce diarrhea and protect your gut microbiome. Discover which strains work, when to take them, and who should avoid them.

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14 November Caspian Delacruz 8 Comments
How to Verify Dose Changes and Avoid Miscommunication in Healthcare

How to Verify Dose Changes and Avoid Miscommunication in Healthcare

Learn how to verify medication dose changes using proven protocols like independent double checks, barcode scanning, and SBAR communication to prevent deadly errors. Essential for nurses, pharmacists, and healthcare teams.

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14 November Caspian Delacruz 8 Comments
Steroid Eye Drops: Benefits, Risks, and How to Monitor Them Safely

Steroid Eye Drops: Benefits, Risks, and How to Monitor Them Safely

Steroid eye drops reduce inflammation fast but carry serious risks like glaucoma and cataracts. Learn how to use them safely, recognize warning signs, and why regular eye pressure checks are essential to protect your vision.

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