Ketamine and Esketamine: Rapid-Acting Options for Treatment-Resistant Depression
Martyn F. Nov. 24 10Ketamine and esketamine offer rapid relief for treatment-resistant depression. IV ketamine works faster and stronger; esketamine is easier to tolerate. Learn the differences, costs, and who benefits most.
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Prescription Writing Errors and How to Catch Them as a Patient
Martyn F. Nov. 23 10Prescription errors cause over 1.5 million injuries yearly. Learn how to spot common mistakes like wrong doses, bad abbreviations, and confusing drug names-and how to catch them before they harm you.
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How to Organize a Medication List for Caregivers and Family
Martyn F. Nov. 20 9A clear, up-to-date medication list can prevent dangerous drug interactions and hospital visits for seniors. Learn exactly what to include, how to organize it, and how to keep it updated every week.
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SGLT2 Inhibitors and Yeast Infections: What You Need to Know About Urinary Complications
Martyn F. Nov. 20 13SGLT2 inhibitors help manage type 2 diabetes and protect the heart and kidneys-but they can cause serious yeast infections and urinary tract complications. Learn who’s at risk, how to spot warning signs, and what alternatives exist.
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Psychiatric Medications: Class Interactions and Dangerous Combinations
Martyn F. Nov. 19 10Psychiatric drug interactions can be life-threatening. Learn which combinations-like SSRIs with MAO inhibitors or lithium with NSAIDs-carry the highest risks, how to spot serotonin syndrome, and what steps you and your care team can take to stay safe.
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COPD Exacerbations: Common Triggers, Warning Signs, and What to Do in an Emergency
Martyn F. Nov. 19 10COPD exacerbations are dangerous flare-ups that worsen breathing, often due to infection or pollution. Learn the warning signs, what happens in your lungs, emergency treatments, and how to prevent the next one.
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Sleep Apnea and Heart Risk: How Blood Pressure and Arrhythmia Are Linked
Martyn F. Nov. 17 10Sleep apnea isn't just about snoring-it's a major hidden cause of high blood pressure and irregular heartbeats. Learn how untreated sleep apnea strains your heart and what you can do to protect it.
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Quality and Efficacy: Are Authorized Generics as Good as Brand-Name Drugs?
Martyn F. Nov. 17 10Authorized generics are the exact same drug as brand-name medications, just without the brand name on the label. They're made in the same factory, with the same ingredients, and meet the same FDA standards. Learn why they're just as safe and effective-and how to save money without sacrificing quality.
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Antipsychotics and Metabolic Risks: What You Need to Monitor
Martyn F. Nov. 16 13Antipsychotics like olanzapine and clozapine can cause serious metabolic risks including weight gain, diabetes, and heart disease. Learn which drugs are riskiest, what tests you need, and how to protect your health while staying on treatment.
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Pheochromocytoma: What It Is, How It Causes High Blood Pressure, and Why Surgery Is Often the Cure
Martyn F. Nov. 16 8Pheochromocytoma is a rare adrenal tumor that causes dangerous spikes in blood pressure through excess adrenaline. Learn how it’s diagnosed, why surgery is the only cure, and why so many cases are missed for years.
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