Compounded medications offer custom formulations for patients who can't use standard drugs due to allergies, dosage needs, or swallowing issues. Learn when they're necessary, how to find safe providers, and the risks involved.
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Compounded Medications: When Custom Formulas Are Needed for Personalized Care
OTC Medication Safety During Pregnancy: What to Ask First
Learn which OTC medications are safe during pregnancy and what to ask your doctor before taking anything. Avoid common mistakes with pain relievers, cold meds, and antacids.
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Borderline Personality Disorder: DBT Skills and Crisis Planning
DBT skills offer practical, evidence-based tools for managing intense emotions, reducing self-harm, and surviving crises in Borderline Personality Disorder. Learn how mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal skills work together to build real stability.
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First-Episode Psychosis: Why Early Intervention and Family Support Save Lives
First-episode psychosis can be turned around with early intervention and family support. Learn how coordinated care, low-dose meds, therapy, and family education improve recovery-and why waiting makes things worse.
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Methotrexate vs Alternatives: Pros, Cons & How to Choose
A comprehensive guide comparing methotrexate with its main alternatives, covering mechanisms, side effects, costs, and how to choose the right therapy for rheumatoid arthritis.
Signs You’re Misusing Over-the-Counter Drugs and What to Do
Misusing over-the-counter drugs like cough syrup can lead to serious health risks, including liver damage, heart problems, and brain changes. Learn the signs-and what to do if you or someone you know is at risk.
7 Alternatives to Ipratropium: Exploring Options for Better Breathing
When looking for alternatives to Ipratropium, it's essential to consider effectiveness, side effects, and specific patient needs. Among the alternatives are Theophylline (Theo-24), known for its anti-inflammatory properties but comes with a narrow therapeutic index. This article explores various options, offering pros and cons for each to help you make an informed decision about asthma and COPD management.
Pre-Medication Strategies: How Antiemetics, Antihistamines, and Steroids Prevent Reactions
Learn how antiemetics, antihistamines, and steroids prevent reactions to contrast scans and chemotherapy. Evidence-based protocols, timing rules, and real-world tips to keep patients safe.
Urate Targets in Gout: How Allopurinol and Febuxostat Really Work
Learn how urate targets guide gout treatment with allopurinol and febuxostat. Discover why hitting serum urate levels below 6 mg/dL stops flares and dissolves crystals, and how to avoid common mistakes in treatment.