Archive: 2025/12
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Biosimilar Medications: Are They Safe and Effective? What the Data Shows
Biosimilar medications are proven to be as safe and effective as their brand-name biologic counterparts, with billions of patient days of real-world use supporting their reliability. They offer major cost savings without compromising outcomes.
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Renal Dosing for Metformin and SGLT2 Inhibitors: When to Adjust
Learn when and how to adjust metformin and SGLT2 inhibitor doses in patients with kidney disease. Updated 2025 guidelines show safe use down to eGFR 20, with key monitoring tips and insurance challenges.
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Using Food Diaries on Warfarin: Track Vitamin K to Stay Safe
Tracking vitamin K with a food diary helps stabilize INR levels for people on warfarin. Consistency in leafy greens and oils-not avoidance-is key to avoiding dangerous blood clots or bleeding. Digital and paper logs both work, but accuracy matters.
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Malignant Hyperthermia and Anesthesia: What You Need to Know About This Life-Threatening Reaction
Malignant hyperthermia is a rare but deadly reaction to certain anesthesia drugs. Learn how it starts, what symptoms to watch for, why dantrolene saves lives, and how hospitals are preparing - or failing - to protect patients.
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How to Prevent Wrong-Patient Errors at the Pharmacy Counter
Wrong-patient errors at pharmacies can be deadly, but they're preventable. Learn how dual-identifier verification, barcode scanning, and patient counseling work together to stop medication mix-ups before they happen.
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Pricing Pressure and Shortages in Health Care: How Supply Chains Are Reshaping Costs and Access
Pricing pressure and shortages in health care are driving up costs and limiting access to essential medicines. Supply chain disruptions, single-source dependencies, and price controls are worsening the crisis-especially in low-resource settings.
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Consumer Language Guides: Making Generic Drug Information Accessible
Consumer language guides help patients understand that generic drugs are just as safe and effective as brand-name versions. Learn how plain language, visuals, and pharmacist advice can reduce confusion and increase adherence.