Canadian Pharmacy 365: Your Comprehensive Medication and Wellness Guide - Page 4
How Dextromethorphan (DXM) Abuse Happens with OTC Cough Syrups
Dextromethorphan (DXM) in OTC cough syrups is being abused by teens for its hallucinogenic effects. Taken in high doses, it causes dissociation, hallucinations, and life-threatening side effects. Learn how it happens, why it's dangerous, and what to watch for.
Vasculitis: Understanding Autoimmune Inflammation of Blood Vessels
Vasculitis is a group of autoimmune diseases that inflame blood vessels, risking organ damage. Learn the types, symptoms, diagnosis, and latest treatments-including steroid-sparing drugs like avacopan and rituximab-that help patients live longer, healthier lives.
Direct-to-Consumer Generic Pharmacies: How Much You Really Save vs. Insurance
DTC generic pharmacies can save you hundreds on expensive drugs, but for common meds, insurance often wins. Learn which drugs to buy where and how to compare prices without wasting time.
Rifampin Induction: How It Lowers Anticoagulant and Antiviral Levels
Rifampin drastically lowers levels of anticoagulants like warfarin and DOACs, and antivirals like Paxlovid, by inducing liver enzymes. This can lead to treatment failure, clots, or drug resistance. Safe alternatives and monitoring strategies are critical.
Adrenal Insufficiency from Corticosteroid Withdrawal: How to Recognize and Manage It
Stopping corticosteroids suddenly can cause life-threatening adrenal insufficiency. Learn the warning signs, how doctors diagnose it, and what you must do to prevent adrenal crisis after steroid withdrawal.
How Pharmacists Communicate Generic Substitutions to Prescribers
Pharmacists play a key role in recommending generic drugs to save patients money and improve adherence. Learn how they communicate with prescribers using FDA guidelines, the Orange Book, and evidence-based strategies to ensure safe, effective substitutions.
Biologic Patent Protection: When Biosimilars Can Enter the U.S. Market
Biosimilars in the U.S. face a 12-year exclusivity period before approval, delayed further by patent litigation and complex development costs. Unlike generics, they require massive investment and regulatory hurdles, leaving patients paying higher prices for years.
Cost Sharing Explained: Deductibles, Copays, and Coinsurance for Medications and Care
Learn how deductibles, copays, and coinsurance work together to determine your out-of-pocket costs for medications and healthcare. Know what you owe and how to avoid surprise bills.
Hyperglycemia: Recognizing High Blood Sugar Symptoms and What to Do in an Emergency
Learn the warning signs of high blood sugar, how to recognize when it becomes an emergency, and what steps to take immediately to prevent diabetic ketoacidosis or hyperosmolar hyperglycemic state. Practical, real-world guidance for people with diabetes.
How Comorbidities Increase Drug Side Effects and What You Need to Know
Comorbidities dramatically increase the risk of dangerous drug side effects. Learn how chronic conditions alter how your body processes medications and what you can do to stay safe.
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