How to Read FDA Drug Labels: Understanding Key Information Sections
January 14, 2026 by Maxwell Harrington
Learn how to read FDA drug labels step by step to understand critical safety info, dosing rules, drug interactions, and warnings. Avoid medication errors by knowing where to look on the official prescribing label.
Emergency Use of Sub-Potent Expired Medications: When It Might Save a Life
January 13, 2026 by Maxwell Harrington
Expired medications aren't always dangerous-some retain potency for years. Learn when it's safe to use sub-potent drugs in emergencies, which ones to avoid, and how real-world responders make life-or-death decisions.
Thiazide Diuretics and Gout: What You Need to Know About Uric Acid Risks
January 11, 2026 by Maxwell Harrington
Thiazide diuretics like hydrochlorothiazide can raise uric acid levels and increase gout risk, especially with long-term use. Learn how it happens, who's most at risk, and what alternatives exist.
Provider Education: Understanding Biosimilar Differences and Why It Matters
January 10, 2026 by Maxwell Harrington
Understand the critical differences between biosimilars and generics, why provider education is lagging, and how to confidently prescribe biosimilars to improve patient access and reduce costs.
Warfarin Interactions: Foods, Supplements, and Prescription Drugs You Must Avoid
January 8, 2026 by Maxwell Harrington
Warfarin is effective but dangerous if not managed properly. Learn which foods, supplements, and drugs can cause dangerous interactions - and how to stay safe while taking it.
High-Protein Diets and Levodopa: How Food Interferes with Parkinson’s Medication
January 7, 2026 by Maxwell Harrington
High-protein meals can block levodopa from reaching the brain, causing unpredictable motor symptoms in Parkinson’s patients. Learn how timing protein intake and adjusting your diet can improve medication effectiveness and daily mobility.
How to Prepare for a Medicare Annual Medication Review: A Step-by-Step Guide for Seniors
January 6, 2026 by Maxwell Harrington
Learn how to prepare for your Medicare Annual Medication Review to catch dangerous drug interactions, save money, and improve your health. Step-by-step guide for seniors on what to bring, what to ask, and what to expect.
Why ACE Inhibitors Are Contraindicated in Renal Artery Stenosis
January 5, 2026 by Maxwell Harrington
ACE inhibitors can cause sudden kidney failure in people with bilateral renal artery stenosis or a single functioning kidney. Learn why this happens, who’s at risk, and how to prevent it.
Patent Term Restoration: How Pharmaceutical Companies Legally Extend Drug Exclusivity
January 4, 2026 by Maxwell Harrington
Patent term restoration lets pharmaceutical companies recover time lost during FDA approval, extending drug exclusivity by up to five years. Learn how the Hatch-Waxman Act works, who qualifies, and why it's critical for drug innovation.
QT Prolongation and Sudden Cardiac Death from Medications: Key Risk Factors to Watch For
January 3, 2026 by Maxwell Harrington
QT prolongation from medications can lead to sudden cardiac death. Learn which drugs pose the highest risk, who's most vulnerable, and how to prevent life-threatening arrhythmias before it's too late.