Category: Pharmacy and Medication Reviews - Page 2

OTC Diarrhea Treatments: When to Use and When to See a Doctor

by Colin Edward Egan
on 29 Jan 2026

Learn when to use OTC diarrhea treatments like Imodium and Pepto-Bismol-and when to call a doctor. Understand how they work, what to avoid, and how to stay safe.

Mirtazapine and Weight Gain: What You Need to Know About This Common Side Effect

by Colin Edward Egan
on 28 Jan 2026

Mirtazapine is one of the antidepressants most likely to cause weight gain, with about 25% of users gaining 7% or more of body weight. Learn why it happens, how much weight people typically gain, and what you can do to manage it.

Deprescribing Frameworks: How to Safely Reduce Medications and Cut Side Effects

by Colin Edward Egan
on 26 Jan 2026

Deprescribing frameworks help safely reduce unnecessary medications in older adults to cut side effects like falls, confusion, and hospitalizations. Evidence shows it's safe, effective, and saves money when done right.

How Pharmacists Verify Generic Equivalence: Practice Standards

by Colin Edward Egan
on 21 Jan 2026

Pharmacists use the FDA's Orange Book to legally verify that generic drugs are therapeutically equivalent to brand-name medications. This process ensures safe, effective substitutions across the U.S., backed by bioequivalence data, state laws, and strict standards.

OTC Cold and Flu Combinations: How to Avoid Double Dosing Hidden Ingredients

by Colin Edward Egan
on 19 Jan 2026

OTC cold and flu combos often contain hidden acetaminophen, putting you at risk of liver damage. Learn how to read labels, avoid double dosing, and choose safer alternatives.

Best Medication Reminder Apps and Digital Tools to Improve Adherence in 2026

by Colin Edward Egan
on 15 Jan 2026

Discover the most effective medication reminder apps and digital tools in 2026 that actually improve adherence. Real data, user reviews, and practical steps to find the right one for your needs.

How to Tell Opioid Hyperalgesia Apart from Tolerance: Key Clinical Signs

by Colin Edward Egan
on 13 Jan 2026

Learn how to distinguish opioid-induced hyperalgesia from tolerance - key signs like spreading pain, allodynia, and worsening pain with higher doses. This is not addiction. It’s a physiological side effect that’s often misdiagnosed.

How to Ask Your Doctor About Generic Alternatives: Save Money Without Sacrificing Care

by Colin Edward Egan
on 12 Jan 2026

Learn how to ask your doctor about generic alternatives to save hundreds or even thousands on prescriptions. Discover when generics are safe, when to stick with brand-name, and how to start the conversation that could lower your medication costs.

How to Check Formularies and Preferred Drug Lists Before Prescribing

by Colin Edward Egan
on 11 Jan 2026

Learn how to check formularies and preferred drug lists before prescribing to avoid coverage surprises, reduce patient costs, and prevent treatment delays. Essential for providers in 2026.

Stability Testing Requirements: Temperature and Time Conditions for Pharmaceutical Products

by Colin Edward Egan
on 10 Jan 2026

Stability testing ensures drugs remain safe and effective over time. Learn the exact temperature and humidity conditions required by ICH Q1A(R2), how long tests last, and why failures lead to recalls.