Archive: 2026/01

10 January Matthew Brown 10 Comments

How to Safely Dispose of Unused Opioids to Prevent Misuse and Overdose

Learn the four safe, proven ways to dispose of unused opioids to prevent misuse, accidental overdose, and addiction. From take-back sites to deactivation pouches, this guide gives you clear, actionable steps backed by CDC and FDA guidelines.

9 January Matthew Brown 11 Comments

Regulatory Oversight of Online Pharmacies: FDA and State Roles Explained

Learn how the FDA and state pharmacy boards regulate online pharmacies in 2026, including DEA telemedicine rules, how to spot unsafe sites, and what makes a pharmacy truly legitimate.

8 January Matthew Brown 11 Comments

Generic Drug Labeling Requirements: What the FDA Mandates in 2026

The FDA requires generic drug labels to match the brand-name version exactly, with only minor exceptions. Learn what must be identical, how updates work, why delays happen, and what’s changing in 2026.

7 January Matthew Brown 8 Comments

Pancreatitis: Understanding Acute vs. Chronic and the Role of Nutrition in Recovery

Learn the key differences between acute and chronic pancreatitis, how nutrition impacts recovery, and what steps you can take to manage symptoms, prevent complications, and improve long-term outcomes.

6 January Matthew Brown 13 Comments

Dofetilide and Cimetidine: Why This Drug Pair Can Trigger Deadly Heart Rhythms

Dofetilide and cimetidine together can cause deadly heart rhythms. Learn why this interaction is contraindicated, how cimetidine raises dofetilide levels, and what safe alternatives to use instead.

5 January Matthew Brown 11 Comments

How to Talk to Your Doctor About Reducing Unnecessary Medications

Learn how to talk to your doctor about safely reducing unnecessary medications. Discover proven strategies to start deprescribing conversations, what to say, and how to prepare for better health outcomes.

4 January Matthew Brown 15 Comments

Sun Protection: How to Prevent Photosensitivity Side Effects

Learn how to prevent painful photosensitivity reactions with proven sun protection strategies, including UPF clothing, mineral sunscreen, window film, and avoiding common triggers like medications and skincare products.

3 January Matthew Brown 13 Comments

Lower GI Bleeding: What You Need to Know About Diverticula and Angiodysplasia

Lower GI bleeding is often caused by diverticula or angiodysplasia, especially in older adults. Learn how to recognize the signs, what tests are needed, and how treatment has evolved in 2026.

3 January Matthew Brown 9 Comments

Wearable ECGs for QT Safety: Real-Time Risk Detection

Wearable ECG devices like the Apple Watch and KardiaMobile 6L now offer real-time QT interval monitoring to detect drug-induced cardiac risks. Proven accurate and FDA-cleared, they help prevent sudden cardiac death by catching dangerous heart rhythm changes at home.

1 January Matthew Brown 11 Comments

Predicting Generic Entry: Forecasting When Your Drug Gets Generics

Learn how pharmaceutical companies predict when generic drugs will enter the market after patent expiration. Understand the legal, regulatory, and economic forces that determine pricing and competition.

Archive: 2026/01 - Page 2

How to Safely Dispose of Unused Opioids to Prevent Misuse and Overdose

Regulatory Oversight of Online Pharmacies: FDA and State Roles Explained

Generic Drug Labeling Requirements: What the FDA Mandates in 2026

Pancreatitis: Understanding Acute vs. Chronic and the Role of Nutrition in Recovery

Dofetilide and Cimetidine: Why This Drug Pair Can Trigger Deadly Heart Rhythms

How to Talk to Your Doctor About Reducing Unnecessary Medications

Sun Protection: How to Prevent Photosensitivity Side Effects

Lower GI Bleeding: What You Need to Know About Diverticula and Angiodysplasia

Wearable ECGs for QT Safety: Real-Time Risk Detection

Predicting Generic Entry: Forecasting When Your Drug Gets Generics