Category: Pharmacy - Page 2

Learn how to safely split or crush pills without risking contamination, uneven doses, or exposure to hazardous drugs. Essential tips for home caregivers and healthcare workers.

Opioid-induced nausea affects up to one-third of patients and often leads to treatment failure. Learn which antiemetics work, which are dangerous, and how to manage nausea safely without increasing overdose risk.

Pharmacists, doctors, and specialists working together reduce dangerous medication side effects, cut hospital visits, and improve patient outcomes. Learn how this team approach works-and how you can use it.

The time you take your medication can significantly impact how well it works and how many side effects you experience. Learn which drugs need strict timing, why your body's internal clock matters, and how to reduce risks without changing your prescription.

Switching from brand to generic drugs can save money, but it's not always straightforward. Learn what to expect, when it's safe, and when to ask for the brand name instead.

Serious adverse events from generic drugs are underreported due to unclear manufacturer identification and systemic gaps. Learn how to report correctly, why it matters, and what’s being done to fix the system.

The FDA has issued multiple drug safety alerts in 2025, including major updates on opioids, ADHD meds, and Alzheimer's drugs. Learn what these warnings mean for patients and how to stay safe.

E-prescribing reduces handwriting errors but introduces new transcription mistakes due to system incompatibility. Learn the six proven strategies to prevent these errors and keep patients safe.

When medications run out, knowing the right steps can prevent health risks. Learn how to find safe alternatives, use biosimilars, contact manufacturers, and access emergency supplies during drug shortages.

Learn how to monitor and manage amiodarone's liver toxicity risk with clear guidelines, lab schedules, and actionable steps for clinicians.

A practical guide comparing Eriacta (sildenafil) with Viagra, Cialis, Levitra, Stendra and generics, covering cost, onset, duration and safety to help you choose the right ED pill.

A detailed comparison of Isoniazid with other first‑line TB drugs, covering mechanisms, side effects, resistance, and practical regimen choices.