GrantPharmacy.com Medication and Disease Information - Page 7
When to Get a Baseline CK Test Before Starting Statins
- by Colin Edward Egan
- on 29 Nov 2025
A baseline CK test before starting statins isn't needed for everyone-but it's critical for those at higher risk of muscle side effects. Learn who should get tested and why the numbers matter.
Blockbuster Patent Expirations 2025 and Beyond: What’s Coming and How It Changes Your Medications
- by Colin Edward Egan
- on 27 Nov 2025
Blockbuster drug patents expire in 2025-2030, slashing prices for top medications like Entresto, Eliquis, and Keytruda. Learn which drugs are affected, when generics arrive, and how to save thousands on prescriptions.
Side Effects and Medication Adherence: How to Stay on Track When Drugs Cause Problems
- by Colin Edward Egan
- on 26 Nov 2025
Side effects are the top reason people stop taking their meds-but they don’t have to. Learn how to manage discomfort, talk to your pharmacist, and stay on track with your treatment without quitting.
QD vs. QID: How Prescription Abbreviations Cause Dangerous Medication Errors and How to Stop Them
- by Colin Edward Egan
- on 25 Nov 2025
QD and QID are dangerous prescription abbreviations that cause patients to take four times the intended dose. Learn why they're still used, how they lead to deadly errors, and what’s being done to stop them.
Monitoring Antidepressant Efficacy vs Side Effect Burden: Patient Strategies
- by Colin Edward Egan
- on 24 Nov 2025
Learn how to track antidepressant effectiveness and side effects using simple tools like PHQ-9 and mood journals. Discover patient strategies that improve treatment outcomes and help you have better conversations with your doctor.
Antibiotics and Warfarin: How to Prevent Dangerous INR Spikes and Bleeding
- by Colin Edward Egan
- on 23 Nov 2025
Antibiotics can dangerously raise INR levels in people taking warfarin, increasing bleeding risk. Learn which antibiotics are most dangerous, how to monitor your INR, and what steps to take to stay safe.
Rhabdomyolysis from Medication Interactions: How Common Drugs Can Cause Muscle Breakdown
- by Colin Edward Egan
- on 22 Nov 2025
Rhabdomyolysis from medication interactions is a life-threatening condition where muscle tissue breaks down, often due to dangerous drug combos like statins with antibiotics. Learn the signs, risks, and how to prevent it.
QT Prolongation and Sudden Cardiac Death from Medications: What You Need to Know About Risk Factors
- by Colin Edward Egan
- on 21 Nov 2025
QT prolongation from medications can lead to sudden cardiac death. Learn the key risk factors, which drugs are most dangerous, and how to protect yourself with simple checks and safer alternatives.
FDALabel Database: How to Search Drug Labels Like a Regulatory Professional
- by Colin Edward Egan
- on 20 Nov 2025
FDALabel is the FDA's official searchable database of over 149,000 drug labels. Learn how to search by section, use MedDRA terms, export results to Excel, and find critical safety info no other public tool offers.
SAMe and Antidepressants: What You Need to Know About Mood Effects and Interaction Risks
- by Colin Edward Egan
- on 19 Nov 2025
SAMe may help with mild depression faster than antidepressants, but combining them can cause dangerous serotonin syndrome. Learn the risks, signs, and safer alternatives.