Author: Leslie Jones - Page 8

Natural disasters like hurricanes are causing life-threatening drug shortages by damaging concentrated pharmaceutical factories. IV fluids, insulin, and cancer drugs are most at risk as climate change increases storm frequency and intensity.

Your chronotype - whether you're a morning lark or night owl - shapes your energy, health, and productivity. Learn how to align your schedule with your biology, not fight it.

Splitting medication doses can reduce side effects by lowering peak drug levels-but only for certain drugs. Learn which pills are safe to split, why others are dangerous, and how to do it right.

Azathioprine and mycophenolate are key immunosuppressants used in transplants and autoimmune diseases. Learn how they work, their dangerous drug interactions, and which one may be right for you based on cost, side effects, and genetics.

Learn how to safely travel with controlled medications without risking theft, legal trouble, or loss. Essential tips for TSA rules, international laws, doctor letters, hotel safety, and what to do if your pills are stolen.

Eplerenone and regular exercise work together to reduce heart scarring, lower blood pressure, and improve heart function. Learn how this combination helps after heart attacks and in heart failure, what exercises are safe, and what to avoid.

Differin (adapalene) is a popular acne treatment, but it's not the only option. Learn how it compares to benzoyl peroxide, tretinoin, clindamycin, and other alternatives to find what works best for your skin type and acne severity.

A real-life patient story on how losartan-hydrochlorothiazide helped bring high blood pressure under control after other medications failed, with insights on effectiveness, side effects, and long-term management.

Black box warnings are the FDA's strongest safety alerts for prescription drugs, signaling serious or life-threatening risks. Learn what they mean, why they're used, and how to safely manage medications that carry them.

Compare Yasmin with other birth control pills to find the best fit for your body. Learn how drospirenone differs from other progestins, who should avoid Yasmin, and what cheaper or safer alternatives exist.

Learn practical, real-world ways to manage common side effects of ondansetron like headaches, constipation, and dizziness-without stopping the medication. Safe, simple tips backed by real patient experience.

Discover when ECG monitoring is truly necessary during macrolide antibiotic therapy, how to assess QT risk, and practical steps to keep patients safe while avoiding unnecessary tests.