Author: Helen Sutherland - Page 2

18 Dec 2025

Antiplatelet Medications: Managing Bleeding Risks and Protecting Your Stomach

Antiplatelet medications like aspirin and clopidogrel prevent heart attacks but raise the risk of stomach bleeding. Learn how to protect your GI tract with PPIs, manage risks, and make safe decisions with your doctor.

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17 Dec 2025

Pharmacist Substitution Authority: Understanding Scope of Practice in the U.S.

Pharmacist substitution authority lets pharmacists change or prescribe medications under state laws. From generic swaps to independent prescribing, this expanded role improves access-especially where doctors are scarce. Learn how it works, where it’s allowed, and why reimbursement remains the biggest barrier.

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15 Dec 2025

Bipolar Depression vs. Unipolar Depression: Key Differences in Diagnosis and Treatment

Bipolar depression and unipolar depression look similar but require completely different treatments. Misdiagnosis can lead to dangerous side effects. Learn the key differences in symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.

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15 Dec 2025

Cluster Headaches: Severe Pain and Oxygen Therapy

Cluster headaches are among the most painful neurological conditions. Oxygen therapy is the fastest, safest, and most effective acute treatment-relieving pain in under 15 minutes for most patients. Learn how it works, how to use it right, and how to get access.

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15 Dec 2025

How Medicines Work and When Medications Are Safe to Use

Learn how medicines interact with your body at a molecular level and why understanding their mechanism is the key to using them safely. Real examples from statins, SSRIs, warfarin, and more.

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12 Dec 2025

Ginkgo Biloba and Blood Thinners: What You Need to Know About Bleeding Risk

Ginkgo Biloba may seem harmless, but mixing it with blood thinners can cause dangerous bleeding. Learn which medications are risky, who should avoid it, and what to do instead.

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11 Dec 2025

Cannabinoids and Pain: What the Evidence Really Shows About Dosing and Safety

Cannabinoids for pain show mixed results: THC may help with nerve pain, but CBD alone lacks strong evidence. Learn what actually works, safe dosing, and how to avoid risky products.

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10 Dec 2025

Statistical Analysis in BE Studies: How to Calculate Power and Sample Size Correctly

Learn how to correctly calculate power and sample size for bioequivalence studies to avoid costly failures. Key factors include CV%, GMR, equivalence margins, and joint power for Cmax and AUC.

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8 Dec 2025

Training Pharmacy Technicians: Mastering Generic Drug Competency Standards

Pharmacy technicians must master generic drug knowledge to prevent life-threatening errors. Learn the standards, strategies, and real-world impact of generic medication competency in today's fast-changing pharmacy environment.

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7 Dec 2025

Medications Requiring Refrigeration: Proper Home Storage Guide

Learn how to properly store refrigerated medications like insulin, vaccines, and biologics at home. Avoid temperature damage that can reduce effectiveness and put your health at risk.

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