Heat and humidity can make your medications lose potency before their expiration date. Learn which drugs are most at risk, where to store them safely, and how to spot damage that could harm your health.
Aspirin-exacerbated respiratory disease (AERD) causes severe asthma and nasal polyps in adults who react to NSAIDs like aspirin and ibuprofen. Learn the signs, why it's often missed, and how aspirin desensitization can change your life.
Proton pump inhibitors can severely reduce absorption of key antifungals like itraconazole and ketoconazole, leading to treatment failure. Fluconazole is safer, but interactions with liver enzymes still matter. New research hints PPIs might even boost antifungal power in resistant infections.
Pharmacogenomics testing uses your genes to predict how you'll respond to medications, reducing side effects and improving treatment success-especially for depression, heart disease, and pain management.
Many patients doubt generic drugs are as safe or effective as brand-name versions, even though science proves they're equivalent. This article explores why, who's most affected, and how to build trust.
Opioid-induced itching affects up to 100% of patients receiving spinal morphine. Contrary to old beliefs, histamine release isn't the main cause - nerve pathways are. Discover what treatments actually work, why Benadryl often fails, and how nalbuphine is changing the game.
Steroid eye drops reduce severe eye inflammation but carry risks like glaucoma and cataracts. Learn how to use them safely, recognize warning signs, and monitor for hidden damage before it's too late.
Learn how to use your pharmacy's free consultation service to catch dangerous drug interactions, reduce side effects, and save money on medications. Pharmacists are your best ally for medication safety.
Complex generic drugs face steep scientific and regulatory hurdles that make FDA approval far harder than for simple generics. Learn why only a handful have been approved despite high demand and billion-dollar market potential.
TNF inhibitors help control autoimmune diseases but raise concerns about cancer risk. This article breaks down the real data on skin cancer, lymphoma, and survival rates - and what you should do before starting treatment.