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Taking Medications with Food vs Empty Stomach: When It Matters
Learn when to take medications with food or on an empty stomach to maximize effectiveness and avoid side effects. Key drugs like levothyroxine, NSAIDs, and statins have strict food rules that impact how well they work.
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How Second and Third Generic Drugs Drive Down Prescription Prices
Second and third generic drug manufacturers drive the biggest price drops in prescription medications, often cutting costs by 60% or more. Learn how competition after patent expiration saves patients billions.
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DSCSA Track-and-Trace: How the U.S. Is Stopping Counterfeit Drugs Before They Reach Patients
The DSCSA track-and-trace system uses unique serial numbers and electronic data to verify every prescription drug in the U.S. supply chain, cutting counterfeit drugs by over 90%. Learn how it works, who’s affected, and why it matters for patient safety.
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Medication Therapy Management Services Explained for Patients
Medication Therapy Management (MTM) is a free, personalized service that helps patients take multiple medications safely and effectively. Learn how it works, who qualifies, and how it can save you money and prevent dangerous drug interactions.
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Managing Hypoglycemia from Diabetes Medications: A Practical Step-by-Step Plan
Learn how to prevent and treat low blood sugar caused by diabetes medications with a clear, step-by-step plan based on current medical guidelines and real-world data. Includes medication risks, the 15-15 rule, CGM benefits, and practical daily strategies.
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Dexamethasone vs Prednisone: Which Steroid Is Stronger and Safer?
Dexamethasone and prednisone are both powerful steroids, but dexamethasone is 5-10 times stronger and lasts longer. Learn when each is used, how side effects differ, and which is safer for your condition.
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Pharmacist Counseling Scripts: Training Materials for Generic Patient Talks
Pharmacist counseling scripts are structured tools to ensure patients understand their medications. Used in pharmacies across the U.S., they improve adherence, reduce errors, and meet legal requirements like OBRA '90. Learn how to use them effectively.
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How to Evaluate Overseas vs. Domestic Generic Manufacturing
Learn how to choose between overseas and domestic manufacturing for generic health products. Compare costs, speed, quality, and risk to make a smarter, safer decision for your business.
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Aseptic Meningitis Triggered by Medications: Symptoms and Diagnosis
Drug-induced aseptic meningitis is a rare but serious reaction to medications like NSAIDs, antibiotics, and IVIG. Symptoms mimic infection, but it's not contagious. Diagnosis relies on timing, CSF tests, and stopping the drug. Recovery is quick once the trigger is removed.
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Basal-Bolus Insulin: How to Dose for Better Blood Sugar Control
Basal-bolus insulin therapy is the gold standard for type 1 diabetes and some with type 2 diabetes. Learn how to calculate starting doses, adjust for meals and highs, avoid common mistakes, and use new tech like CGMs to improve control.
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