Author: Edward Jepson-Randall
Type 2 Diabetes: Understanding Insulin Resistance and Metabolic Syndrome
Type 2 diabetes stems from insulin resistance and metabolic syndrome-two hidden drivers behind rising global diabetes rates. Learn how they work, how they’re linked, and what actually works to reverse them.
Polypharmacy in Elderly Patients: Managing Multiple Medications
Polypharmacy in elderly patients-taking five or more medications-increases fall risk, hospitalizations, and confusion. Learn how deprescribing, pharmacist reviews, and smarter prescribing can improve safety and quality of life for seniors.
How to Check Medication Strength and Quantity on Prescription Labels
Learn how to read your prescription label to verify medication strength and quantity, prevent dangerous dosing errors, and protect your health. Simple steps anyone can follow.
Alcohol and Prescription Drugs: Dangerous Interaction Effects
Mixing alcohol with prescription drugs can cause life-threatening side effects, even with just one drink. Learn which medications are most dangerous, who's at risk, and how to stay safe.
Fertility Preservation Options Before Chemotherapy: What You Need to Know
Fertility preservation before chemotherapy offers real options to protect future parenthood. From egg and sperm freezing to ovarian tissue cryopreservation, knowing your choices can make all the difference. Time is critical-act within days of diagnosis.
Bupropion vs SSRIs: Side Effects Compared for Real-World Use
Bupropion and SSRIs treat depression differently, with bupropion offering fewer sexual side effects and weight gain-but higher risks for anxiety and seizures. Learn which one fits your life.
MedWatch Reporting for Generics: How Safety Data is Collected
MedWatch is the FDA's system for collecting safety reports on generic drugs. Learn how adverse events are reported, why generic manufacturers are often missed, and how patients and providers can help improve drug safety data.
Tramadol Seizure Risk: Who Is Most Vulnerable
Tramadol can cause seizures even at normal doses, especially in people with epilepsy, kidney issues, or those taking certain antidepressants. Learn who's most vulnerable and what to ask your doctor.
Antihistamine Allergies: Understanding Cross-Reactivity and Symptoms to Watch For
Some people experience allergic reactions to antihistamines themselves, worsening symptoms instead of treating them. This rare condition involves paradoxical reactions where the medication triggers urticaria. Cross-reactivity between antihistamine classes complicates diagnosis. Symptoms include worsening hives, rash, or swelling. Proper diagnosis requires specialized testing and management by an allergist.
How Liver and Kidney Changes Impact Drug Metabolism in Seniors
Older adults face liver and kidney changes that alter drug processing. These can cause dangerous side effects. Proper dose adjustments prevent hospitalizations. This article explains how aging affects drug metabolism and offers practical safety tips for seniors.