Archive: 2025/12

Medicare Part D Drug Coverage Explained for Patients in 2025
Medicare Part D Drug Coverage Explained for Patients in 2025

Medicare Part D in 2025 caps out-of-pocket drug costs at $2,000 annually, eliminating the donut hole. Learn how the new three-phase system works, how to pick the best plan, and what you still need to pay.

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Sertraline Gastrointestinal Side Effects: How to Manage Nausea and Diarrhea
Sertraline Gastrointestinal Side Effects: How to Manage Nausea and Diarrhea

Sertraline often causes nausea and diarrhea, especially at first. Learn how to manage these common side effects with diet, timing, and when to talk to your doctor. Most symptoms improve in weeks, but if they don’t, there are better options.

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Corticosteroid-Induced Hyperglycemia and Diabetes: How to Monitor and Manage It
Corticosteroid-Induced Hyperglycemia and Diabetes: How to Monitor and Manage It

Corticosteroid-induced hyperglycemia is a common and dangerous side effect of steroid therapy. Learn how to monitor blood sugar, recognize risk factors, and use insulin safely to prevent complications like ketoacidosis and prolonged hospital stays.

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Calcium and Iron Supplements: How They Interact with Thyroid Medications
Calcium and Iron Supplements: How They Interact with Thyroid Medications

Calcium and iron supplements can block up to 36% of your thyroid medication from being absorbed. Learn how to time them properly to avoid fatigue, weight gain, and failed treatment.

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Dairy Products and Antibiotic Absorption: Timing Matters
Dairy Products and Antibiotic Absorption: Timing Matters

Dairy products like milk and yogurt can block antibiotics such as doxycycline and ciprofloxacin from being absorbed. Learn how timing your meals and meds can make the difference between healing and relapse.

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GLP-1 Agonists and Weight Loss: How These Diabetes Drugs Are Changing Obesity Treatment
GLP-1 Agonists and Weight Loss: How These Diabetes Drugs Are Changing Obesity Treatment

GLP-1 agonists like Ozempic and Wegovy are transforming obesity treatment by delivering significant weight loss and heart benefits beyond diabetes control. Learn how they work, who benefits most, and what to expect with side effects and cost.

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Calcium-Fortified Juices and Medications: What You Need to Know About Binding and Absorption Issues
Calcium-Fortified Juices and Medications: What You Need to Know About Binding and Absorption Issues

Calcium-fortified juices can severely reduce the absorption of key medications like antibiotics, thyroid hormones, and osteoporosis drugs. Learn which drugs are affected, how long to wait, and what to do to protect your treatment.

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