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How to Build a Shared Medication Calendar for Family and Caregiver Coordination

How to Build a Shared Medication Calendar for Family and Caregiver Coordination

A shared medication calendar helps families and caregivers coordinate pill schedules, prevent dangerous drug interactions, and reduce missed doses. Learn how to set one up with the right tools and avoid common mistakes.

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Generic Prescribing Incentives: How States Push Doctors and Pharmacies to Choose Cheaper Drugs

Generic Prescribing Incentives: How States Push Doctors and Pharmacies to Choose Cheaper Drugs

States use financial incentives, pharmacist substitution rules, and Medicaid rebates to push doctors and patients toward cheaper generic drugs. These policies save billions without sacrificing care-but they come with risks like drug shortages and market instability.

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Rifampin and Hormonal Contraceptives: What You Need to Know About Breakthrough Ovulation Risk

Rifampin and Hormonal Contraceptives: What You Need to Know About Breakthrough Ovulation Risk

Rifampin can cause hormonal birth control to fail by speeding up hormone breakdown, leading to breakthrough ovulation and unintended pregnancy. Learn why only rifampin - not other antibiotics - poses this risk, and what to do to stay protected.

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Nasal Congestion Caused by Medications: How to Break the Cycle and Find Relief

Nasal Congestion Caused by Medications: How to Break the Cycle and Find Relief

Nasal congestion from overusing decongestant sprays is common but reversible. Learn how rebound congestion develops, why stopping the spray is the only cure, and what actually works to heal your nose safely.

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How to Report Counterfeit or Tampered Medications: Step-by-Step Guide for Patients and Providers

How to Report Counterfeit or Tampered Medications: Step-by-Step Guide for Patients and Providers

Learn how to report counterfeit or tampered medications to protect yourself and others. Step-by-step guidance for patients, pharmacists, and caregivers on using MedWatch, DEA tips, and global reporting systems.

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Compare Skelaxin (Metaxalone) with Alternative Muscle Relaxants

Compare Skelaxin (Metaxalone) with Alternative Muscle Relaxants

Compare Skelaxin (metaxalone) with other muscle relaxants like cyclobenzaprine, methocarbamol, and tizanidine. Learn which alternatives work best for muscle spasms, side effects, and safety.

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Severe Pancreatitis from Medications: Warning Signs and Treatment

Severe Pancreatitis from Medications: Warning Signs and Treatment

Drug-induced severe pancreatitis is a rare but dangerous side effect of certain medications. Learn the warning signs, high-risk drugs, and why prompt treatment can save your life.

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