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OTC Hemorrhoid Treatments: When to Self-Treat and When to See a Doctor

Barbara Lalicki December 20, 2025 Medications 13 Comments
OTC Hemorrhoid Treatments: When to Self-Treat and When to See a Doctor

OTC hemorrhoid treatments can relieve pain and itching, but they don't cure hemorrhoids. Learn when to use them safely and when to see a doctor - especially if symptoms last more than 7 days or include bleeding or prolapse.

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Osteoporosis from Long-Term Corticosteroid Use: Prevention Strategies That Actually Work

Barbara Lalicki December 19, 2025 Medications 12 Comments
Osteoporosis from Long-Term Corticosteroid Use: Prevention Strategies That Actually Work

Long-term corticosteroid use can rapidly weaken bones, increasing fracture risk by up to 100% within months. Learn evidence-based prevention strategies - from calcium and vitamin D to bisphosphonates and exercise - that actually work.

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Quality by Design in Generic Drug Development: Modern Science-Based Approaches

Barbara Lalicki December 17, 2025 Medications 15 Comments
Quality by Design in Generic Drug Development: Modern Science-Based Approaches

Quality by Design (QbD) is now the standard for generic drug development, replacing outdated testing methods with science-based control. Learn how QbD improves bioequivalence, cuts approval times, and reduces costs-while avoiding common pitfalls.

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Vitamin K Foods on Warfarin: How to Eat Consistently for Stable Blood Thinning

Barbara Lalicki December 16, 2025 Medications 13 Comments
Vitamin K Foods on Warfarin: How to Eat Consistently for Stable Blood Thinning

Learn how to eat vitamin K foods safely on warfarin. Consistency, not restriction, is the key to stable INR levels. Find out which foods matter most and how to build a daily routine that works.

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Medication Safety for Chronic Conditions: Essential Long-Term Use Tips

Barbara Lalicki December 15, 2025 Medications 13 Comments
Medication Safety for Chronic Conditions: Essential Long-Term Use Tips

Learn practical, proven ways to stay safe while taking medications for chronic conditions long-term. Avoid dangerous interactions, reduce risks from polypharmacy, and improve adherence with simple daily habits.

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Bioequivalence for Inhalers, Patches, and Injections: How Generic Drugs Meet the Same Standards

Barbara Lalicki December 15, 2025 Pharmacy 14 Comments
Bioequivalence for Inhalers, Patches, and Injections: How Generic Drugs Meet the Same Standards

Bioequivalence for inhalers, patches, and injections ensures generic drugs deliver medicine as effectively as brand-name versions. Unlike pills, these systems require detailed testing of particle size, release rates, and delivery mechanics to guarantee safety and performance.

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First Generic vs Authorized Generic: How Timing of Market Entry Changes Everything

Barbara Lalicki December 12, 2025 Pharmacy 8 Comments
First Generic vs Authorized Generic: How Timing of Market Entry Changes Everything

First generics get 180 days of exclusivity, but brand companies can launch their own authorized generics on day one - splitting the market and keeping prices higher. Here’s how timing changes everything.

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Falls and Medications: Which Drugs Increase Fall Risk for Seniors

Barbara Lalicki December 11, 2025 Medications 10 Comments
Falls and Medications: Which Drugs Increase Fall Risk for Seniors

Many seniors fall because of medications they're taking-antidepressants, benzodiazepines, blood pressure pills, and even OTC sleep aids. Learn which drugs raise fall risk and how to safely reduce them.

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How to Report Counterfeit or Tampered Medications: Step-by-Step Guide for Patients and Providers

Barbara Lalicki December 10, 2025 Medications 10 Comments
How to Report Counterfeit or Tampered Medications: Step-by-Step Guide for Patients and Providers

Learn how to report counterfeit or tampered medications to protect yourself and others. Step-by-step guide for patients, pharmacists, and providers on using MedWatch, DEA tip lines, and other safety systems.

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Postpartum Thyroiditis: What You Need to Know About Temporary Thyroid Dysfunction After Pregnancy

Barbara Lalicki December 9, 2025 Health and Wellness 10 Comments
Postpartum Thyroiditis: What You Need to Know About Temporary Thyroid Dysfunction After Pregnancy

Postpartum thyroiditis is a temporary autoimmune thyroid disorder affecting 5-10% of women after childbirth. It causes alternating hyperthyroid and hypothyroid phases with fatigue, weight changes, and brain fog-often mistaken for postpartum depression. Early blood tests can confirm it and prevent long-term damage.

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Palliative and Hospice Care: How to Balance Symptom Relief with Minimal Side Effects

Barbara Lalicki December 7, 2025 Health and Wellness 12 Comments
Palliative and Hospice Care: How to Balance Symptom Relief with Minimal Side Effects

Learn how palliative and hospice care balance effective symptom relief with minimizing dangerous side effects like drowsiness, confusion, and constipation. Evidence-based strategies for pain, breathlessness, and delirium.

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Hatch-Waxman Amendments: How Landmark Law Made Generic Drugs Possible

Barbara Lalicki December 6, 2025 Pharmacy 12 Comments
Hatch-Waxman Amendments: How Landmark Law Made Generic Drugs Possible

The Hatch-Waxman Act of 1984 created the modern system for generic drugs in the U.S., cutting approval costs and speeding access. It balanced brand-name patent protection with generic competition, leading to 90% of prescriptions now being filled with generics.

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