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Category: Medication Safety - Page 6

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Jan, 8 2026

St. John’s Wort and Prescription Drugs: What You Need to Know About Dangerous Interactions

Nina Falkner
14
St. John’s Wort can dangerously reduce the effectiveness of birth control, antidepressants, transplant drugs, and more. Learn which medications it interacts with, why it’s risky, and safer alternatives for mild depression.
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Jan, 7 2026

How to Time Your Medications to Avoid Dangerous Drug Interactions

Nina Falkner
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Learn how to space out your medications to prevent dangerous interactions and ensure your drugs work as intended. Simple timing changes can boost effectiveness and avoid hospital visits.
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Jan, 6 2026

FDA Therapeutic Equivalency Codes: How Laws Determine If Generics Can Be Swapped

Nina Falkner
9
FDA Therapeutic Equivalency (TE) codes determine whether generic drugs can legally replace brand-name versions. These codes, found in the Orange Book, are enforced by state pharmacy laws and ensure safe, cost-effective substitutions based on science-not guesswork.
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Jan, 5 2026

Anaphylaxis: Recognizing the Signs and Using Epinephrine Correctly

Nina Falkner
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Anaphylaxis is a life-threatening allergic reaction that requires immediate epinephrine. Learn the signs, how to use an auto-injector correctly, and why waiting can be fatal.
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Jan, 3 2026

How ACE Inhibitors and ARBs Help Control Blood Pressure in Kidney Disease

Nina Falkner
9
ACE inhibitors and ARBs are the most effective blood pressure medications for slowing kidney damage in chronic kidney disease. They reduce proteinuria, protect kidney function, and lower the risk of dialysis-even in advanced stages-when used correctly and monitored closely.
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Jan, 1 2026

Refill-By Dates vs. Expiration Dates on Prescription Labels: What You Need to Know

Nina Falkner
14
Learn the critical difference between refill-by and expiration dates on prescription labels to avoid wasting medicine, missing doses, or risking your health. Know when to refill, when to stop, and how to ask the right questions.
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Dec, 30 2025

Vaccines and Medications: Timing With Immunosuppressants

Nina Falkner
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Timing vaccines correctly when you're on immunosuppressants can mean the difference between protection and serious illness. Learn exactly when to pause meds, which vaccines to prioritize, and how to avoid common mistakes.
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Dec, 23 2025

Tiered Copays: Why Your Generic Medication Might Cost More Than Expected

Nina Falkner
9
Your generic drug might cost more than the brand-name version because of insurer rebates, not quality. Learn how tiered copays work and how to fight unfair pricing.
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Dec, 21 2025

How to Make a Medication Action Plan with Your Care Team

Nina Falkner
9
Create a personalized Medication Action Plan with your care team to improve adherence, avoid dangerous interactions, and take control of your health. Step-by-step guide for patients on multiple medications.
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Dec, 20 2025

Questions to Ask Your Pharmacist About Potential Drug Interactions

Nina Falkner
12
Learn the essential questions to ask your pharmacist about drug interactions to avoid dangerous side effects, reduced effectiveness, or emergencies. Get practical advice on what to disclose and when to speak up.
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Dec, 19 2025

FDA Authorization of Generics: Legal Basis and Approval Process

Nina Falkner
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Learn how the FDA legally authorizes generic drugs through the Hatch-Waxman Act and ANDA pathway, ensuring they're as safe and effective as brand-name drugs while cutting costs by up to 85%.
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Dec, 17 2025

Look-Alike, Sound-Alike Medication Names That Cause Errors: Real Risks and How to Stop Them

Nina Falkner
8
Look-alike and sound-alike medication names cause thousands of preventable errors each year. Learn which drug pairs are most dangerous, why mistakes keep happening, and how patients and providers can stop them.

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