Author: Lillian Everhart - Page 2

Isoniazid is a cornerstone of TB treatment, but it's not suitable for everyone. Learn how rifampin, pyrazinamide, fluoroquinolones, and newer drugs compare as alternatives when isoniazid isn't an option.

Verapamil is a common antiarrhythmic drug for fast heart rhythms. Learn how it compares to amiodarone, flecainide, and beta blockers - and when it’s the best choice for your heart.

Learn how radiation therapy affects your skin and energy levels, what actually helps with fatigue and dermatitis, and how to recover effectively - backed by clinical data and real patient experiences.

Keep an accurate, updated medication list to prevent dangerous errors, avoid interactions, and ensure safer care. Learn what to include, how to update it, and which tools work best.

Generic drug contamination is a hidden threat in millions of prescriptions. Learn how impurities get into your medicine, who's at risk, and what you can do to protect yourself from unsafe drugs.

Learn how pharmacy systems accurately distinguish between generic and brand-name drugs using NDC codes, FDA therapeutic equivalence data, and state-specific rules. Best practices for safety, cost savings, and patient trust.

Digoxin helps manage symptoms in peripartum cardiomyopathy by controlling heart rate and improving pumping efficiency. It's safe during pregnancy and breastfeeding, but used only when other treatments aren't enough.

Celecoxib may disrupt sleep by leaving pain uncontrolled at night or affecting melatonin. Learn how timing, alternatives, and lifestyle changes can help you sleep better while managing chronic pain.

Phenazopyridine relieves UTI pain quickly, but it's not safe during pregnancy or breastfeeding without medical supervision. Learn safer alternatives and what doctors really recommend.

A detailed comparison of prescription Meloset melatonin with over‑the‑counter, herbal, and mineral sleep aids, covering pros, cons, pricing, and how to choose the right option.