Archive: 2026/01
Continuing Education for Pharmacists: Staying Current on Generics
Pharmacists must stay current on generics to avoid dangerous substitution errors. With 90% of prescriptions filled with generics and constantly changing FDA ratings, continuing education isn't optional-it's essential for patient safety and legal compliance.
Dry Mouth from Medications: Why It Happens and How to Fix It
Dry mouth from medications is a common but dangerous side effect affecting millions. Learn which drugs cause it, why it harms your teeth, and how to manage it effectively before it leads to serious dental problems.
Protein-Rich Foods and Medications: How Diet Affects Absorption and Effectiveness
Protein-rich foods can block absorption of key medications like levodopa, reducing effectiveness by up to 50%. Learn how timing, redistribution, and hidden protein in foods impact drug performance-and what to do about it.
How to Read FDA Drug Labels: Understanding Key Information Sections
Learn how to read FDA drug labels step by step - from Boxed Warnings to dosage instructions - and understand the critical sections that impact your safety and treatment. No fluff, just what you need to know.
How ACE Inhibitors and ARBs Control Blood Pressure in Kidney Disease
ACE inhibitors and ARBs are first-line treatments for blood pressure control in kidney disease. They reduce proteinuria, slow kidney decline, and lower the risk of dialysis-even in advanced stages-when used with proper monitoring.
How to Tell Opioid Hyperalgesia Apart from Tolerance: Key Clinical Signs
Learn how to tell opioid hyperalgesia apart from tolerance - key signs like spreading pain, allodynia, and worsening symptoms with higher doses. Get practical clinical clues for better pain management.
Prescription Assistance Programs: How Drug Makers Help You Pay for Medications
Prescription assistance programs from drug manufacturers help millions afford expensive medications. Learn how copay cards and free drug programs work, who qualifies, and what’s changing in 2026.
Authorized Generics: A Smarter Switch When Moving Away from Brand-Name Drugs
Authorized generics offer the exact same medication as brand-name drugs but at lower prices. Ideal for patients sensitive to inactive ingredients, they provide therapeutic consistency without the high cost. Learn how to identify and access them.
Hospital Formularies: How Systems Choose Generic Drugs
Hospital formularies use evidence-based criteria to select generic drugs that balance clinical effectiveness with cost savings. Learn how P&T committees make these decisions and why they matter for patient care.
Non-Scale Victories: How to Track Real Progress Without Weighing Yourself
Discover how non-scale victories like better sleep, stable blood sugar, and increased energy prove real health progress - even when the scale doesn't move. Learn why these wins matter more than weight.