Archive: 2026/01

Questions to Ask Your Pharmacist About Prescription Medications

Cheryl Moran
January 31, 2026
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Knowing what to ask your pharmacist about prescription medications can prevent dangerous side effects, save money, and ensure your treatment works. Here are the key questions every patient should ask.

Fertility and Immunosuppressants: What You Need to Know Before Trying to Conceive

Cheryl Moran
January 30, 2026
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Many immunosuppressants affect fertility and pregnancy outcomes. Learn which drugs are safe, which to avoid, and how to plan for a healthy pregnancy while managing autoimmune disease or transplant recovery.

State Generic Substitution Requirements: Complete 50-State Reference

Cheryl Moran
January 29, 2026
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Generic drug substitution laws vary across all 50 U.S. states and D.C., affecting how pharmacists switch brand-name prescriptions to cheaper generics. Learn which states require substitution, mandate patient consent, or restrict biosimilars-and how this impacts your care and costs.

MS Relapse vs. Pseudorelapse: How to Tell Them Apart and Why Steroids Aren't Always the Answer

Cheryl Moran
January 28, 2026
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Learn how to tell the difference between a true MS relapse and a pseudorelapse, what triggers each, and why steroids aren't always the answer - and when they can do more harm than good.

The 80-125% Rule: Understanding Bioequivalence Confidence Intervals in Generic Drugs

Cheryl Moran
January 27, 2026
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The 80-125% rule ensures generic drugs work like brand-name versions by measuring how much drug enters your bloodstream. It's not about pill strength-it's about body absorption. Here's how it works.

Perioperative Management of Anticoagulants: How to Safely Pause Blood Thinners Before Surgery

Cheryl Moran
January 26, 2026
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Learn how to safely manage blood thinners before and after surgery. Evidence-based guidelines for DOACs and warfarin, when to stop, restart, and why bridging is often unnecessary.

Social Media Education: How Digital Platforms Are Transforming Patient Education

Cheryl Moran
January 26, 2026
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Social media is transforming how patients learn about generic medications. From TikTok videos to Facebook groups, real patient stories and simple visuals are improving adherence, trust, and understanding-without replacing professional advice.

Prescription Label Layouts: Why Your Medication Bottle Looks Different

Cheryl Moran
January 24, 2026
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Prescription labels vary across pharmacies and states because there’s no national standard. Learn why your medication bottle looks different each time-and what you can do to stay safe.

How to Secure Medications During Home Renovations or Moves

Cheryl Moran
January 23, 2026
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Keep your medications safe during home renovations or moves by storing them in a cool, dry, locked place. Avoid bathrooms, cars, and heat. Use original bottles, dispose of old pills properly, and always carry meds with you - never in a moving truck.

How to Use Patient Assistance Programs When No Generic Medication Exists

Cheryl Moran
January 22, 2026
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When no generic version of your medication exists, patient assistance programs can cover 100% of the cost. Learn how to qualify, avoid hidden insurance traps, and get help navigating the process.

How to Use Dosing Syringes and Oral Dispensers for Kids’ Medicines Correctly

Cheryl Moran
January 20, 2026
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Learn how to use dosing syringes safely for kids' liquid medicines. Avoid dangerous dosing errors with step-by-step guidance on measuring, administering, and choosing the right syringe size for infants and toddlers.

Chinese Generic Production: Manufacturing and Quality Concerns in Global Pharma

Cheryl Moran
January 19, 2026
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China produces 80% of the world's generic drug ingredients, but quality concerns persist. Learn how cost-cutting, outdated tech, and weak oversight affect medicine safety-and why the global supply chain is at risk.