Category: Health & Wellness - Page 2

iPLEDGE is the FDA's strict program to prevent birth defects from isotretinoin. Learn the 2025 requirements, recent changes, and how to navigate the system safely.

Ketamine and esketamine offer fast relief for treatment-resistant depression. Learn how IV ketamine and nasal spray Spravato compare in speed, effectiveness, side effects, cost, and access - and which might be right for you.

Ondansetron and other antiemetics can prolong the QT interval, increasing the risk of dangerous heart rhythms. Learn who's at risk, what doses are safe, and which alternatives are better for heart health.

E-prescribing was meant to cut medication errors, but transcription errors from system mismatches are still putting patients at risk. Learn the six proven fixes to stop digital prescription mistakes before they harm someone.

Rotator cuff tears are common but often misunderstood. Learn how imaging like MRI and ultrasound help diagnose them, why rehab works for many, when surgery is needed, and what real recovery looks like - backed by current medical data.

Combination cholesterol therapy with reduced statin doses offers a safer, more effective way to lower LDL by pairing lower statin doses with ezetimibe or bempedoic acid-cutting side effects while improving results.

Learn how DEA schedule codes determine prescription rules for controlled substances like opioids, stimulants, and benzodiazepines. Understand refill limits, labeling rules, and why some drugs are tightly controlled.

Learn how DEA schedule codes work, what each controlled substance label means, and why some prescriptions can't be refilled. Understand the rules behind opioids, benzodiazepines, and other regulated drugs.

Learn how to spot real drug allergy symptoms versus side effects, recognize life-threatening reactions like anaphylaxis, and understand why mislabeling penicillin allergies affects your care. Know when to call 911 and how to get tested.

Learn how to verify pharmacy licenses through state boards to avoid counterfeit drugs and unlicensed practitioners. Free, official tools and step-by-step guidance for patients, employers, and pharmacists.

Thyroid medication misuse can cause dangerous excess or deficiency of hormones, leading to heart problems, bone loss, and even death. Learn how levothyroxine abuse, hidden drug interactions, and unregulated supplements put you at risk-and how to stay safe.

Learn how to stay calm and make smart decisions after receiving alerts-especially in drug safety or emergency situations. Proven techniques to stop panic, reset your nervous system, and act with clarity.