OTC sleep aids may help with occasional insomnia, but long-term use carries risks like dementia, falls, and rebound insomnia. Learn what's in them, who should avoid them, and what actually works better.
Learn the signs of high blood sugar, how to respond to a hyperglycemia emergency, and what causes dangerous spikes. Know when to act at home and when to seek emergency care.
Fluoroquinolones and macrolides can prolong the QT interval, raising the risk of deadly heart rhythms. Learn who’s at risk, how to monitor with accurate ECG measurements, and when to stop these antibiotics to prevent cardiac arrest.
Phenytoin has a narrow therapeutic window, making generic substitutions risky. Learn when and how to monitor blood levels to avoid toxicity or seizures, especially after switching formulations.
Ceftin (cefuroxime) is a reliable antibiotic for ear, sinus, and respiratory infections. Learn how it compares to amoxicillin, azithromycin, doxycycline, and ciprofloxacin-and when each is the better choice.
PCSK9 inhibitors and statins both lower LDL cholesterol but differ in side effects, cost, and use cases. Statins are first-line and affordable; PCSK9 inhibitors offer stronger LDL reduction with fewer muscle side effects but require injections and are expensive.
Learn the essential sick day rules for diabetes: how to manage insulin, stay hydrated, and check ketones to prevent dangerous complications like DKA. Essential guidance for Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes during illness.
Opioid-induced constipation affects 40-60% of patients on long-term pain meds. Learn how to prevent it with early laxative use and when to switch to prescription PAMORAs for real relief.
Foreign manufacturing quality failures are rising, with 37% of U.S. drug shortages linked to overseas production in 2024. Learn why inspections are flawed, how fraud spreads, and what actually works to protect your brand and customers.
Institutional formularies are legally mandated drug lists used in hospitals and clinics to control substitutions, reduce costs, and improve safety. Learn how they work, who manages them, and what patients need to know.
