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Chronic Kidney Disease and Metformin or SGLT2 Inhibitors: Dosing and Safety Guidelines 2025

Barbara Lalicki December 4, 2025 Medications 12 Comments
Chronic Kidney Disease and Metformin or SGLT2 Inhibitors: Dosing and Safety Guidelines 2025

Learn the latest 2025 guidelines for using metformin and SGLT2 inhibitors in Chronic Kidney Disease. Know safe eGFR thresholds, dosing rules, side effects, and how to combine these drugs for kidney and heart protection.

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Employer Health Plans and Generic Drugs: How Formularies Control Your Prescription Costs

Barbara Lalicki December 3, 2025 Medications 10 Comments
Employer Health Plans and Generic Drugs: How Formularies Control Your Prescription Costs

Learn how employer health plans use formularies to control prescription costs, why generics are your best bet, and what to do when your drug gets removed from coverage.

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How Media Coverage Undermines Confidence in Generic Drugs

Barbara Lalicki December 2, 2025 Medications 11 Comments
How Media Coverage Undermines Confidence in Generic Drugs

Media coverage often fuels mistrust in generic drugs despite scientific proof they're just as safe and effective as brand-name versions. Learn how headlines, language, and misinformation shape patient choices-and what you can do about it.

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Cataracts and Glaucoma from Long-Term Steroid Use: What You Need to Know for Eye Safety

Barbara Lalicki December 2, 2025 Medications 11 Comments
Cataracts and Glaucoma from Long-Term Steroid Use: What You Need to Know for Eye Safety

Long-term steroid use can cause silent but serious eye damage, including cataracts and glaucoma. Learn how to spot early signs, who’s at risk, and how to protect your vision with proper monitoring.

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How to Reconcile Medications After Hospital Discharge to Avoid Dangerous Interactions

Barbara Lalicki December 1, 2025 Medications 12 Comments
How to Reconcile Medications After Hospital Discharge to Avoid Dangerous Interactions

After hospital discharge, medication errors cause thousands of preventable readmissions. Learn how to reconcile your meds step by step to avoid dangerous drug interactions and stay safe at home.

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How to Appeal Insurance Denials for Generic Medications: A Step-by-Step Guide

Barbara Lalicki November 28, 2025 Medications 15 Comments
How to Appeal Insurance Denials for Generic Medications: A Step-by-Step Guide

Learn how to successfully appeal your insurance denial for a generic medication. Step-by-step guide with doctor tips, timelines, and real success stories.

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Perioperative Management of Anticoagulants: How to Safely Pause Blood Thinners Before Surgery

Barbara Lalicki November 27, 2025 Medications 9 Comments
Perioperative Management of Anticoagulants: How to Safely Pause Blood Thinners Before Surgery

Learn how to safely pause blood thinners before surgery without increasing clot or bleeding risks. Updated 2025 guidelines for DOACs, warfarin, and emergency reversal.

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How to Check Lot Numbers and Recalls When Clearing Expired Medications

Barbara Lalicki November 26, 2025 Pharmacy 11 Comments
How to Check Lot Numbers and Recalls When Clearing Expired Medications

Learn how to safely clear expired medications by checking the printed expiration date and verifying recalls using lot numbers. Avoid dangerous mistakes with proven steps and FDA guidelines.

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Common Manufacturing Defects in Generic Drugs and How They Affect Safety

Barbara Lalicki November 25, 2025 Medications 10 Comments
Common Manufacturing Defects in Generic Drugs and How They Affect Safety

Generic drugs save money but often suffer from manufacturing flaws like cracked tablets, inconsistent dosing, and contamination. Learn the common defects, why they happen, and how they impact safety.

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How to Use a Pill Organizer Safely Without Overdosing

Barbara Lalicki November 24, 2025 Medications 15 Comments
How to Use a Pill Organizer Safely Without Overdosing

Learn how to use a pill organizer safely to avoid dangerous overdoses. Discover what meds to avoid, where to store it, and the 5-step filling method used by hospitals to keep you safe.

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Fungal Infections: Candida, Athlete’s Foot, and What Actually Works

Barbara Lalicki November 22, 2025 Health and Wellness 12 Comments
Fungal Infections: Candida, Athlete’s Foot, and What Actually Works

Learn the difference between Candida and athlete’s foot, what treatments actually work, why infections come back, and how to stop them for good. No fluff, just clear facts.

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Global Perspectives on Generics: How Countries Control Drug Prices and Keep Medicines Affordable

Barbara Lalicki November 21, 2025 Medications 13 Comments
Global Perspectives on Generics: How Countries Control Drug Prices and Keep Medicines Affordable

Global policies on generic drugs vary widely, from China's aggressive price cuts to the U.S.'s high usage rates. Discover how countries balance affordability, quality, and access to keep medicines available and affordable.

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