Category: Medications - Page 2

Learn how to safely read and follow directions on extended-release medication labels to avoid dangerous mistakes like crushing pills or taking them at the wrong time. Know what ER, XR, and SR mean - and why it matters.

Learn how to calmly and effectively discuss FDA drug safety alerts with your doctor-without causing panic or confusion. Get practical steps to prepare, ask the right questions, and make informed decisions about your medications.

Essential guides for doctors on generic medications, backed by FDA data and real-world evidence. Learn how to confidently prescribe generics, address patient concerns, and improve adherence with practical resources.

Corticosteroid injections offer fast relief for inflamed joints but aren't a long-term solution. Learn how they work, how long they last, when they help, and the risks of repeated use.

Learn how to use the FDA Safety Communications Archive to research historical drug and medical device warnings. Find archived alerts, labeling changes, and older safety notices from 2010 to today.

Goldenseal can reduce metformin absorption by up to 25%, risking poor blood sugar control in people with type 2 diabetes. Despite berberine's glucose-lowering effects, combining them creates unpredictable risks. Avoid mixing these unless under medical supervision.

States are using MAC lists, anti-price-gouging laws, and PBM transparency to control rising generic drug costs in Medicaid. Learn how these policies work - and where they’re falling short.

Learn how large print and accessible prescription labels help people with low vision take medications safely. Discover what font size works, which pharmacies offer free options, and how to get the right labels today.

Learn how to safely prepare your child for surgery with pre-op medications, fasting guidelines, and essential dosing tips. Avoid common mistakes and reduce anxiety with proven pediatric protocols.

TZDs like pioglitazone can cause weight gain and fluid retention, leading to swelling and heart risks. Learn practical ways to reduce these side effects-including dose adjustments, salt control, and combining with SGLT2 inhibitors-without losing blood sugar control.