Archive: 2025/12 - Page 2

Combining Multiple Sedating Medications: Risks and Warning Signs You Can't Ignore
Alistair Fothergill 9 December 2025 11 Comments

Combining sedating medications like opioids, benzodiazepines, and alcohol can dangerously slow breathing and lead to overdose. Learn the warning signs, high-risk combinations, and how to protect yourself.

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Dry Eye Management from Medications: Lubricants and Humidifiers
Alistair Fothergill 8 December 2025 11 Comments

Learn how to manage dry eye symptoms using lubricants and humidifiers. Compare OTC drops, prescription medications like Restasis and Miebo, and how humidifiers can improve comfort - backed by clinical data and real user experiences.

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How to Reduce Costs for Specialty Medications and Injectables: Proven Strategies for Employers and Patients
Alistair Fothergill 5 December 2025 13 Comments

Specialty medications cost thousands per month-but smart strategies like biosimilars, narrow pharmacy networks, and home infusion can slash costs by 30% without sacrificing care. Learn how employers and patients are saving now.

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Why Patients Stick to Brand-Name Medications Despite Higher Costs
Alistair Fothergill 4 December 2025 15 Comments

Patients often stick with brand-name medications despite higher prices and identical active ingredients. This loyalty stems from trust, fear of change, and psychological comfort-not science. Here’s why it happens and what you can do.

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Switching from Brand to Generic Drugs: What to Expect
Alistair Fothergill 4 December 2025 8 Comments

Switching from brand to generic drugs can save money, but it’s not always straightforward. Learn when it’s safe, when to be cautious, and what to watch for after making the switch.

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Safe Use of Melatonin and Sleep Aids in Children: What Parents Need to Know
Alistair Fothergill 4 December 2025 10 Comments

Melatonin can help some children sleep, but it's not a safe or simple solution. Learn the right doses, risks, and alternatives before giving it to your child.

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Authorized Generics vs Traditional Generics: What You Need to Know
Alistair Fothergill 3 December 2025 12 Comments

Learn the real differences between authorized generics and traditional generics-why one is an exact copy of the brand and the other isn’t. Know what you’re getting and how to choose wisely.

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Nonallergic Rhinitis: Irritant Triggers and How to Manage Them
Alistair Fothergill 2 December 2025 9 Comments

Nonallergic rhinitis causes chronic runny nose and congestion without allergies. Learn the real triggers-like cold air, perfumes, and spicy food-and evidence-based ways to manage it without ineffective antihistamines.

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