Category: Drug Information - Page 2
Antiemetics and Serotonergic Drugs: What You Need to Know About Serotonin Syndrome Risk
Ondansetron and other antiemetics can increase serotonin syndrome risk when combined with SSRIs or other serotonergic drugs. Learn who's most at risk, how to spot symptoms, and what safer alternatives exist.
Blood Thinner Overdose and Internal Bleeding: What to Do Immediately
If you're on a blood thinner, knowing the signs of overdose and internal bleeding could save your life. This guide explains what to do immediately if you suspect an overdose, how hospitals treat it, and how to prevent it from happening.
Multiple Manufacturers: NTI Drugs and Switching Between Generics
NTI drugs like levothyroxine and tacrolimus have a narrow margin between effective and toxic doses. Switching between generic manufacturers can affect blood levels and cause serious side effects-even when FDA-approved. Here's what you need to know.
Cumulative Drug Toxicity: How Side Effects Build Up Over Time
Cumulative drug toxicity is when medications build up in your body over time, causing side effects that appear only after months or years. Learn how it happens, who's at risk, and how to prevent it.
Long-Term Antihistamine Use: Why They Might Stop Working and What to Do
Many people feel their antihistamines stop working over time, but true tolerance is rare. Learn why symptoms return and what actually helps-higher doses, nasal sprays, or immunotherapy-not just switching pills.
Metformin Side Effects: How to Manage Gastrointestinal Issues and Understand Lactic Acidosis Risk
Metformin is the first-line treatment for type 2 diabetes, but gastrointestinal side effects are common and lactic acidosis is a rare but serious risk. Learn how to manage stomach issues, recognize warning signs, and stay safe while taking this essential medication.
Extended-Release vs. Immediate-Release Medications: When Timing Matters for Safety
Extended-release and immediate-release medications work differently-and mixing them up can be dangerous. Learn how timing affects safety, effectiveness, and risk of overdose.
Manufacturing Transparency: How to Access FDA Inspection Records for Quality Compliance
Understand how FDA inspection records work, what manufacturers must disclose, and how to prepare for inspections. Learn the rules on record retention, Form 483 responses, and the new push for remote audits.
Red Flag Drug Combinations to Avoid for Safer Treatment
Certain drug combinations can be deadly-even when taken as prescribed. Learn the most dangerous mixes like opioids with alcohol or benzodiazepines, and how to avoid life-threatening interactions.
Corticosteroid Immunosuppression: How to Reduce Infection Risk
Corticosteroids like prednisone suppress the immune system, raising infection risk. Learn how dose and duration affect your vulnerability, which infections to watch for, and proven prevention strategies-including prophylaxis, vaccines, and tapering.
