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How to Document Provider Advice About Medications for Later Reference

Learn how to properly document provider advice about medications to avoid errors, improve care, and protect your health. Essential tips for patients and caregivers.

27.11.25
Alistair Mukondiwa
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Antidepressants and Birth Control: What You Need to Know About Medication Interactions

Most antidepressants, especially SSRIs like Zoloft and Lexapro, don’t reduce birth control effectiveness. But tricyclics like amitriptyline can increase side effects. Learn what’s safe, what to watch for, and how to manage overlapping side effects like low libido or mood swings.

24.11.25
Alistair Mukondiwa
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Statins and ALS: What the Latest Science Really Says

Statins and ALS: What the science says. No proven link between statins and ALS. Long-term use may even reduce risk. Don't stop statins without medical advice.

23.11.25
Alistair Mukondiwa
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Medication Safety for Caregivers: Essential Steps to Prevent Errors at Home

Learn practical, proven steps caregivers can take to prevent dangerous medication errors at home. From building a medication list to using pill organizers and talking to pharmacists, this guide helps protect loved ones from harmful mistakes.

22.11.25
Alistair Mukondiwa
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Retinal Vein Occlusion: Understanding Risk Factors and Injection Treatments

Retinal vein occlusion can cause sudden vision loss. Learn the key risk factors like high blood pressure and diabetes, and how anti-VEGF and steroid injections help restore vision - plus what to expect from treatment.

21.11.25
Alistair Mukondiwa
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Hepatitis B: Understanding Chronic Infection, Antiviral Treatment, and Vaccination

Chronic hepatitis B can lead to serious liver damage, but antivirals like TAF and entecavir suppress the virus effectively. Vaccination prevents infection entirely. Learn who needs treatment, what drugs work best, and how to protect yourself and others.

20.11.25
Alistair Mukondiwa
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Switching from Brand to Authorized Generic: Practical Tips for Patients and Pharmacies

Switching from a brand-name drug to an authorized generic saves money without changing the medicine you take. Learn how to confirm it's the real thing, what to expect, and why it's safer than regular generics.

20.11.25
Alistair Mukondiwa
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Steroid Eye Drops: Benefits, Risks, and How to Monitor Them Safely

Steroid eye drops reduce eye inflammation quickly but carry serious risks like glaucoma and cataracts. Learn how to use them safely, recognize warning signs, and why regular eye monitoring is non-negotiable.

19.11.25
Alistair Mukondiwa
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Delayed Medication Side Effects: Recognizing Late-Onset Adverse Reactions

Delayed medication side effects can appear weeks or years after starting a drug, often going unnoticed until serious harm occurs. Learn which medications carry the highest risk and how to recognize the warning signs before it's too late.

18.11.25
Alistair Mukondiwa
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Cystone vs Alternatives: Natural Kidney Stone Remedies Compared

Cystone, made from Pasanabheda and Shilapushpa, is a proven herbal remedy for preventing kidney stones. Compare it to Chanca Piedra, nettle, and prescription drugs to find what works best for your needs.

18.11.25
Alistair Mukondiwa
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The Role of Diet and Nutrition in Managing Sickle Cell Anemia
12 May 2023
Brain Tumors: Types, Grades, and Multimodal Treatments Explained
9 Dec 2025
Hepatitis B: Understanding Chronic Infection, Antiviral Treatment, and Vaccination
20 Nov 2025
PhosLo Uses, Side Effects, and Tips for Kidney Health
20 Jun 2025
Build a Strong Support Network While Living with Proctitis
4 Oct 2025