Author: Chris Wilkinson - Page 2

Opioid-induced nausea affects up to one-third of patients. Learn why routine antiemetics often do more harm than good, which drugs actually work, and how to avoid dangerous interactions while keeping pain under control.

Compounded medications for children can be lifesaving-but they carry serious risks. Learn how to spot safe pharmacies, verify doses, and avoid deadly errors that happen when unapproved drugs are misprepared.

Fiber supplements can block absorption of key medications like levothyroxine, metformin, and lithium. Learn how to safely separate doses by 2-4 hours to protect your health without giving up fiber’s benefits.

Microscopic colitis causes chronic watery diarrhea with no visible signs during colonoscopy. Budesonide is the most effective first-line treatment, offering 75-85% remission rates with fewer side effects than traditional steroids.

Floaters and flashes are common with age, but they can signal serious eye problems. Learn when they're harmless and when to seek urgent care to protect your vision.

Oral corticosteroids have long been used for severe asthma, but their harmful side effects make them unsustainable. Proven alternatives like biologics can reduce or eliminate steroid dependence, improve quality of life, and lower long-term healthcare costs.

Anaphylaxis from medications is a fast, life-threatening reaction that requires immediate epinephrine. Learn the signs, top triggers, and how to respond before it's too late.

Learn how to spot counterfeit generic medicines by checking packaging, using UV lights, scanning barcodes, and understanding verification tools. Protect yourself from dangerous fake drugs with practical, expert-backed steps.

Learn how to read expiration dates on medicine correctly to avoid ineffective or dangerous use. Understand manufacturer vs. pharmacy dates, what to watch for, and when to throw it out.

Drug prices vary wildly between countries - the U.S. pays far more for brand-name medications but far less for generics. Learn why, which countries have the lowest prices, and how Medicare’s new negotiations are changing the game.