Category: Medications - Page 2
Opioid Safety: How Naloxone Works, Overdose Risks, and Safe Storage Practices
Posted by Desmond Carrington on 15/01/26
Naloxone can reverse an opioid overdose in minutes. Learn how it works, when to use it, why one dose isn't always enough, and how to store it safely so it's ready when you need it most.
How to Talk to Patients About Generic Medications: Proven Communication Strategies for Pharmacists
Posted by Desmond Carrington on 13/01/26
Learn proven communication strategies pharmacists can use to reduce patient hesitation about generic medications. Discover how to build trust, use effective phrases, and leverage visual tools to improve adherence and outcomes.
How to Safely Dispose of Medications in Household Trash: Step-by-Step Guide
Posted by Desmond Carrington on 12/01/26
Learn how to safely dispose of expired or unused medications in household trash using FDA and EPA guidelines. Follow simple steps to prevent accidental poisoning, misuse, and environmental harm.
Generic Drug User Fees: How FDA Funding Speeds Up Generic Medication Approvals
Posted by Desmond Carrington on 9/01/26
Generic drug user fees fund FDA reviews, cutting approval times from years to months. Learn how GDUFA keeps affordable medicines flowing and why it matters for patients and manufacturers.
Medications and Work Safety Risks: What Employees and Employers Need to Know
Posted by Desmond Carrington on 6/01/26
Medications can affect work safety in two ways: workers taking prescription drugs like opioids, and healthcare workers exposed to hazardous drugs like chemotherapy. Learn the risks, real-world data, and proven safety measures to protect yourself and others.
How to Ask for Alternatives if a Medication Is Not Working
Posted by Desmond Carrington on 31/12/25
If your medication isn't working, you have the right to ask for alternatives. Learn how to communicate effectively with your doctor using proven strategies, specific questions, and real-world alternatives backed by research.
How to Check the FDA Drug Shortage Database for Medication Availability
Posted by Desmond Carrington on 30/12/25
Learn how to use the FDA's official drug shortage database to check if your medication is in short supply. Find out how to search by NDC, understand shortage reasons, and avoid common mistakes.
Manufacturing Transparency: How to Access FDA Inspection Records for Drug and Device Facilities
Posted by Desmond Carrington on 26/12/25
Understand how FDA inspection records work, what manufacturers must disclose, and how internal audits differ from required quality investigations. Learn about Form 483, RRAs, record retention rules, and the new push for global transparency.
Government Response to Drug Shortages: Federal Actions and Real-World Impact
Posted by Desmond Carrington on 23/12/25
Federal efforts to tackle U.S. drug shortages include stockpiling raw ingredients and AI monitoring, but weak enforcement, low profits, and global supply risks keep shortages rising. Patients and hospitals pay the price.
Warfarin and Vitamin K Foods: How to Keep Your Diet Consistent for Safe Blood Thinners
Posted by Desmond Carrington on 22/12/25
Warfarin users need consistent vitamin K intake, not low intake. Learn which foods affect INR, how to track portions, and why consistency beats restriction for safe blood thinning.
Regulatory Exclusivity: How Non-Patent Protections Delay Generic Drugs
Posted by Desmond Carrington on 21/12/25
Regulatory exclusivity blocks generic drugs from entering the market for 5 to 12 years, even after patents expire. Learn how FDA-granted protections keep drug prices high and why they’re changing.
Green Leafy Vegetables and Warfarin: Why Consistency Beats Avoidance
Posted by Desmond Carrington on 18/12/25
You don’t need to avoid spinach or kale on warfarin-just eat the same amount every day. Consistent vitamin K intake keeps your INR stable and prevents dangerous clots or bleeding. Here’s what to eat, what to avoid, and how to stay safe.
