Category: Pharmacy and Medication Reviews - Page 2
How Insurance Covers Authorized Generics: Formulary Placement Explained
- by Colin Edward Egan
- on 8 Jan 2026
Authorized generics offer brand-name drug quality at generic prices. Learn how insurance plans cover them, why formulary placement matters, and what patients and insurers need to know in 2026.
Insulin and Beta-Blockers Together: What You Need to Know About Hidden Hypoglycemia Risks
- by Colin Edward Egan
- on 7 Jan 2026
Combining insulin and beta-blockers can mask low blood sugar symptoms, leading to dangerous hypoglycemia unawareness. Learn how to recognize the hidden signs, choose safer medications, and use monitoring tech to stay safe.
Inactive Ingredient Differences: Can Excipients Affect Safety or Efficacy?
- by Colin Edward Egan
- on 6 Jan 2026
Inactive ingredients in pills may seem harmless, but new research shows some can affect how drugs work or trigger side effects. Learn which excipients could impact your safety and efficacy.
Mail-Order Generics: Real Benefits and Hidden Risks
- by Colin Edward Egan
- on 4 Jan 2026
Mail-order generics offer convenience and cost savings for chronic meds, but hidden risks like temperature damage, delayed refills, and pricing markups can threaten safety. Know how to use them wisely.
Seizure Medications and Pregnancy: Risks of Birth Defects and Drug Interactions
- by Colin Edward Egan
- on 30 Dec 2025
Seizure medications can pose risks during pregnancy, including birth defects and drug interactions with birth control. Learn which drugs are safest, how to reduce risks, and what to do before and during pregnancy.
Symptoms of Taking Counterfeit Meds: What to Watch For
- by Colin Edward Egan
- on 29 Dec 2025
Counterfeit meds can look identical to real prescriptions but may contain deadly substances like fentanyl. Learn the physical signs, health symptoms, and what to do if you suspect you’ve taken a fake pill.
Behind-the-Counter Medications: What You Can Buy Without a Prescription - And Why Pharmacies Hold Them Back
- by Colin Edward Egan
- on 26 Dec 2025
Behind-the-counter medications are OTC drugs you can buy without a prescription - but only after showing ID and talking to a pharmacist. Learn which ones are available, why they’re restricted, and how to navigate the system.
Managing Hypoglycemia from Diabetes Medications: A Practical Step-by-Step Plan
- by Colin Edward Egan
- on 25 Dec 2025
Learn how to prevent and manage low blood sugar caused by diabetes medications like insulin and sulfonylureas. Practical steps, emergency tools, and proven strategies to stay safe without sacrificing control.
Photosensitivity from Antibiotics: Doxycycline and TMP-SMX Sun Safety Guide
- by Colin Edward Egan
- on 23 Dec 2025
Doxycycline and TMP-SMX can cause severe sun sensitivity. Learn how to protect your skin, avoid painful burns, and reduce long-term skin damage while taking these common antibiotics.
Choosing Diabetes Medications Based on Side Effect Profiles
- by Colin Edward Egan
- on 18 Dec 2025
Choosing diabetes medications based on side effect profiles helps you find a drug you can stick with long-term. Learn how metformin, SGLT-2 inhibitors, GLP-1 agonists, and others compare in real-world tolerability and safety.