Author: Malcolm Hitchcock

Hyponatremia and Hypernatremia in Kidney Disease: What You Need to Know

Hyponatremia and Hypernatremia in Kidney Disease: What You Need to Know

Hyponatremia and hypernatremia are common and dangerous sodium imbalances in kidney disease. Learn how they develop, why they’re risky, and how to manage them safely without causing brain damage.

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Pregnancy Registries: What We’re Learning About Medication Safety

Pregnancy Registries: What We’re Learning About Medication Safety

Pregnancy registries track medication use during pregnancy to uncover hidden risks to fetal development. They're the best tool we have to learn what drugs are safe-before it's too late.

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Warning Letters: FDA Responses to Manufacturing Violations in Pharmaceutical Production

Warning Letters: FDA Responses to Manufacturing Violations in Pharmaceutical Production

FDA warning letters are formal notices issued to pharmaceutical manufacturers for serious violations of drug production rules. They lead to delays, financial losses, and reputational damage. Learn what triggers them, how to respond, and why enforcement is increasing.

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How to Update Your Allergy List Across All Healthcare Providers

How to Update Your Allergy List Across All Healthcare Providers

Learn how to update your allergy list across all healthcare providers to prevent dangerous medication errors. Follow a step-by-step guide to verify, correct, and sync your drug allergy records using patient portals and federal standards.

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Bile Acid Sequestrants and Other Medications: How to Time Them Right to Avoid Dangerous Interactions

Bile Acid Sequestrants and Other Medications: How to Time Them Right to Avoid Dangerous Interactions

Bile acid sequestrants lower cholesterol but can bind to other medications, reducing their effectiveness. Learn the exact timing rules to avoid dangerous interactions with warfarin, thyroid meds, birth control, and more.

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International Generic Drug Prices: How U.S. Costs Compare Globally

International Generic Drug Prices: How U.S. Costs Compare Globally

U.S. generic drug prices are lower than in most other wealthy nations, but brand-name drugs cost up to four times more. Learn why this gap exists and how it affects your pharmacy bills.

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FDA List of Authorized Generics: Where to Find and How to Use It

FDA List of Authorized Generics: Where to Find and How to Use It

Learn where to find the FDA's official list of authorized generics, how it differs from regular generics, and why it's not always reliable for finding low-cost drug options. Understand its strengths, limitations, and how to use it wisely.

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Radiation vs. Surgery: How to Choose the Right Local Cancer Treatment

Radiation vs. Surgery: How to Choose the Right Local Cancer Treatment

Radiation and surgery are both effective for early-stage cancer, but they come with very different risks, recovery times, and side effects. Learn how to choose the right local control strategy based on your cancer type, health, and personal priorities.

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Mandatory Substitution Worldwide: How Legal Frameworks Differ Across Countries

Mandatory Substitution Worldwide: How Legal Frameworks Differ Across Countries

Mandatory substitution laws force replacements in banking, mental health, and chemicals - but rules vary wildly by country. Learn how the EU, U.S., and others handle it - and what it means for your rights and health.

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Why Doctors Recommend Generic Medications - And Why Patients Still Hesitate

Why Doctors Recommend Generic Medications - And Why Patients Still Hesitate

Generics work just as well as brand-name drugs - and save patients up to 90% on costs. Yet many doctors still prescribe brands, and patients refuse generics. Here’s why - and how to overcome the psychology behind the resistance.

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