Author: Helen Sutherland - Page 4

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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5 Dec 2025

Medication Shortages: How to Manage When Drugs Aren’t Available

Medication shortages are disrupting patient care across the U.S. and beyond. Learn what's causing them, who's most affected, and how hospitals and clinicians can respond-before it's too late.

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4 Dec 2025

Uremic Symptoms: Nausea, Itch, and When to Start Dialysis

Uremic symptoms like nausea and itching signal dangerous toxin buildup in kidney failure. Learn when these signs mean it’s time to start dialysis, how to manage them, and why waiting too long can be life-threatening.

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4 Dec 2025

Insulin Pump Therapy for Type 1 Diabetes: Pros, Cons, and How to Get Started

Insulin pump therapy offers better blood sugar control and more freedom for people with type 1 diabetes, but it requires commitment. Learn the pros, cons, and how to get started with modern automated systems.

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