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How to Prevent Wrong-Dose Errors with Liquid Medications: A Practical Guide for Patients and Providers

How to Prevent Wrong-Dose Errors with Liquid Medications: A Practical Guide for Patients and Providers

Wrong-dose errors with liquid medications are a leading cause of preventable harm in children and adults. Learn how using oral syringes, milliliter measurements, and smart habits can stop these errors before they happen.

Ruaridh Wood 5.12.2025
Trimethoprim-Sulfamethoxazole and Warfarin: Why INR Spikes Happen and How to Prevent Them

Trimethoprim-Sulfamethoxazole and Warfarin: Why INR Spikes Happen and How to Prevent Them

Trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole can cause dangerous INR spikes in people taking warfarin, increasing bleeding risk. Learn why this happens, who’s most at risk, and how to prevent life-threatening complications.

Ruaridh Wood 4.12.2025
Proton Pump Inhibitors: Long-Term Risks and When to Stop

Proton Pump Inhibitors: Long-Term Risks and When to Stop

Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) help with heartburn but carry real long-term risks like bone loss, kidney issues, and nutrient deficiencies. Learn when you should stop and how to do it safely.

Ruaridh Wood 1.12.2025
Diabetes Medications During Pregnancy: Insulin vs. Oral Options Explained

Diabetes Medications During Pregnancy: Insulin vs. Oral Options Explained

Learn which diabetes medications are safe during pregnancy, including insulin and metformin, and why other oral drugs are avoided. Get clear guidance on targets, planning, and postpartum care.

Ruaridh Wood 1.12.2025
Employer Health Plans and Generic Preferences: How Formularies Control Your Drug Costs

Employer Health Plans and Generic Preferences: How Formularies Control Your Drug Costs

Employer health plans use formularies to push employees toward cheaper generic drugs, saving billions-but not always passing savings to you. Learn how tiers, rebates, and exclusions impact your prescription costs.

Ruaridh Wood 29.11.2025
Corticosteroids for Autoimmune Disease: Benefits and Risks Explained

Corticosteroids for Autoimmune Disease: Benefits and Risks Explained

Corticosteroids like prednisone quickly reduce inflammation in autoimmune diseases but come with serious long-term risks. Learn how they work, when they help, and how doctors minimize harm.

Ruaridh Wood 24.11.2025
Market Competition: How Multiple Generic Drug Competitors Affect Prices and Supply

Market Competition: How Multiple Generic Drug Competitors Affect Prices and Supply

Multiple generic drug competitors don't always lower prices-market structure, PBMs, patents, and regulations often limit real competition. Here's how generic markets really work.

Ruaridh Wood 21.11.2025
Questions to Ask Your Pharmacist About Prescription Medications

Questions to Ask Your Pharmacist About Prescription Medications

Learn the essential questions to ask your pharmacist about prescription medications to avoid dangerous interactions, side effects, and errors. Get practical advice on safety, cost-saving options, and how to take your meds correctly.

Ruaridh Wood 19.11.2025
Five Essential Rules for Taking Medication Safely

Five Essential Rules for Taking Medication Safely

Follow these five essential rules to take your medication safely and avoid dangerous errors. Learn how to check pills, time doses correctly, avoid interactions, understand why you're taking each drug, and build habits that keep you protected.

Ruaridh Wood 19.11.2025
Anticoagulant Reversal Agents: Idarucizumab, Andexanet Alfa, PCC, and Vitamin K Explained

Anticoagulant Reversal Agents: Idarucizumab, Andexanet Alfa, PCC, and Vitamin K Explained

Learn how idarucizumab, andexanet alfa, PCC, and vitamin K reverse blood thinners in emergencies. Compare speed, cost, safety, and real-world use for warfarin and DOACs.

Ruaridh Wood 18.11.2025