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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.
Hip Labral Tears in Athletes: Diagnosis, Imaging, and Arthroscopy Explained
Hip labral tears are a leading cause of hip pain in athletes. Learn how imaging like MRA and arthroscopy diagnose and treat these injuries, why surgery isn't always needed, and what it takes to return to sport safely.
Therapeutic Drug Monitoring for Generic NTI Drugs: Protecting Patients When Substitutions Go Wrong
Therapeutic drug monitoring protects patients on narrow therapeutic index (NTI) drugs when switching to generics. Even small changes in blood levels can cause harm-TDM ensures safety by measuring actual drug concentrations.
IBD Biologics Explained: Anti-TNF, Anti-Integrin, and IL-12/23 Inhibitors
IBD biologics like anti-TNFs, vedolizumab, and IL-12/23 inhibitors offer targeted treatment for Crohn's and ulcerative colitis. Learn how they work, compare effectiveness, side effects, and costs, and understand what’s new in 2024.
WHO Model Formulary: How International Standards Shape Global Access to Essential Generics
The WHO Model Formulary guides global access to affordable, life-saving generics. Used by over 150 countries, it ensures essential medicines meet strict safety, efficacy, and cost standards-saving millions of lives.
How to Tell If Symptoms Are from Your Disease or Your Medication
Learn how to tell if new symptoms are from your illness or your medication. Use timing, dose changes, and symptom tracking to avoid misdiagnosis and unnecessary treatments.
Analgesic Nephropathy: How NSAIDs Damage Kidneys and What Safer Pain Relief Looks Like
Analgesic nephropathy is a preventable kidney disease caused by long-term use of NSAIDs and acetaminophen. Learn how common painkillers damage kidneys, who's at risk, and what safer pain relief options actually work.
Insurance Changes and Generic Switching: Navigating Formulary Updates in 2025
Learn how 2025 Medicare Part D formulary changes are forcing generic and biosimilar switches - and what you can do to protect your medication access and avoid costly surprises.
Thiazolidinediones and Heart Failure: What You Need to Know About Fluid Retention Risks
Thiazolidinediones like pioglitazone and rosiglitazone help control blood sugar in type 2 diabetes but carry a serious risk of fluid retention that can trigger or worsen heart failure. Learn who’s at risk and what to do if you’re on these drugs.
Medication Dosing Adjustments: How Age, Weight, and Kidney Function Impact Safety
Medication dosing must be adjusted for age, weight, and kidney function to avoid toxicity or underdosing. Learn how CrCl and eGFR calculations impact safety and what drugs require special attention.