Author: Kimberly Ashworth

Drug-drug interactions can make medications dangerous or useless. Learn how metabolism, transporters, and drug effects combine to cause real risks - and how to protect yourself.

OTC sleep aids may help with occasional insomnia, but they come with real risks including next-day drowsiness, dementia risk in older adults, and rebound insomnia. Learn what's in them, how long to use them, and better alternatives.

Chemotherapy uses cytotoxic drugs to kill rapidly dividing cancer cells, but also affects healthy cells, causing side effects like fatigue, nausea, and hair loss. Learn how modern treatments work, what’s new in 2025, and how to manage symptoms effectively.

Learn how to safely dispose of expired EpiPens, inhalers, and medicated patches to prevent accidents, protect the environment, and follow current health guidelines. No guesswork-just clear, actionable steps.

Renal ultrasound is the safest, first-line test for evaluating kidney obstruction and size. It detects hydronephrosis, measures kidney dimensions, and uses Doppler to assess blood flow-without radiation or contrast.

Pharmacists must follow complex state and federal laws when dispensing generic drugs. From FDA Orange Book ratings to patient consent rules and narrow therapeutic index restrictions, legal obligations vary widely-and mistakes can have serious consequences.

Culture shapes what we accept - even when a product seems generic. From app interfaces to healthcare systems, understanding cultural dimensions like individualism and uncertainty avoidance can make or break adoption. Here's how culture drives real-world behavior.

Steroid myopathy causes painless, progressive muscle weakness in people on long-term corticosteroids. Learn how to recognize the signs, avoid misdiagnosis, and use targeted physical therapy to rebuild strength and regain mobility.

Betahistine can reduce vertigo attacks in Ménière’s disease, but its cost and effectiveness vary. Learn if it’s worth the price-and what alternatives actually work.

Cefixime is an oral antibiotic developed in the 1980s as the first third-generation cephalosporin taken by mouth. It revolutionized treatment for ear infections, strep throat, and UTIs in children and adults. Today, resistance has limited its use for gonorrhea, but it remains effective for many common infections.

Buying cheap generic Bactrim online seems like a money-saver, but fake pills, legal risks, and health dangers make it a dangerous choice. Learn how to get real antibiotics safely.

Cyclosporine and tacrolimus are critical for transplant patients, but switching between generic versions can cause dangerous drops or spikes in drug levels. Learn why consistency matters and how to protect your transplant.