Category: Health and Wellness - Page 3
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Medication Considerations for Vegans and Vegetarians: Hidden Animal Ingredients
Many medications contain hidden animal ingredients like gelatin, lanolin, and stearic acid. Vegans and vegetarians need to know which drugs to avoid and how to find plant-based alternatives without compromising their health.
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Generic Manufacturer Profitability: Business Models and Sustainability in 2025
Generic drug manufacturers are losing money as prices crash under fierce competition. Discover how companies are surviving through complex generics, contract manufacturing, and strategic pivots-while drug shortages threaten patient access.
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Medication Reviews: When Seniors Should Stop or Deprescribe Medicines
Many seniors take too many medications that no longer help-and may even harm them. Learn when to stop or reduce pills safely through deprescribing, a proven way to improve health, reduce falls, and boost quality of life.
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Autoimmune Hepatitis: Understanding Immune-Mediated Liver Inflammation
Autoimmune hepatitis is a serious liver condition where the immune system attacks liver cells, causing inflammation and potential liver failure. Learn how it's diagnosed, treated, and managed for long-term health.
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Subclinical Hypothyroidism: When to Treat Elevated TSH
Subclinical hypothyroidism means elevated TSH with normal thyroid hormone levels. Treatment isn't always needed-age, antibodies, and symptoms determine whether levothyroxine is right for you.
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How to Navigate Cruise Ship Medical Centers for Prescriptions
Learn how to prepare for prescription needs on a cruise ship, including what meds are stocked, how much to bring, and why original containers are required. Avoid medical emergencies at sea with these practical tips.
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Urate Targets in Gout: How Allopurinol and Febuxostat Work to Prevent Flares and Dissolve Crystals
Learn how urate targets below 6 mg/dL control gout long-term using allopurinol and febuxostat. Discover dosing strategies, why most patients fail, and how to dissolve crystals safely.
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On-Target vs Off-Target Drug Effects: What Causes Side Effects and Why It Matters
Learn how on-target and off-target drug effects cause side effects, why some drugs are safer than others, and what this means for patients and treatment decisions. Based on the latest pharmacology research.
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Cinnarizine's Potential Benefits for Patients with Parkinson's Disease
Cinnarizine may help Parkinson’s patients with dizziness and balance issues when dopamine-focused drugs fall short. Learn how it works, who benefits, and what to watch for.
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Migraine with Aura and Estrogen Birth Control: What You Need to Know About Stroke Risk
Women with migraine with aura face a higher stroke risk when using estrogen birth control. Learn the real numbers, why low-dose pills might be different, and what safer alternatives exist.
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How the FDA Ensures Generic Drug Quality During Manufacturing
The FDA ensures generic drug quality through strict cGMP standards, unannounced inspections, and data-driven oversight. Learn how every batch is controlled, tested, and tracked to guarantee safety and effectiveness.
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H2 Blockers and Their Dangerous Interactions with Antivirals and Antifungals
H2 blockers like famotidine and cimetidine can drastically reduce the effectiveness of antivirals and antifungals by altering stomach acid levels. Learn which drugs are affected, how to avoid dangerous interactions, and what safer alternatives exist.