Archive: 2026/02

20 Feb

Antibiotic Stewardship: How Responsible Use Prevents Resistance and Protects Gut Health

Posted by Calder Renshaw

02/20/2026

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Antibiotic stewardship saves lives by ensuring antibiotics are used only when necessary. Learn how responsible prescribing prevents resistance, reduces C. diff infections, and protects your gut health.

19 Feb

Opioid Monitoring During Treatment: Urine Drug Screens and Risk Stratification

Posted by Calder Renshaw

02/19/2026

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Urine drug screens and risk stratification help clinicians safely manage opioid therapy by identifying adherence, detecting illicit substances, and reducing overdose risk. Updated guidelines now recommend targeted testing based on patient risk, not blanket screening.

17 Feb

Are generic drugs as safe as brands? Clinical evidence reveals the truth

Posted by Calder Renshaw

02/17/2026

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Clinical evidence shows generic drugs are just as safe and effective as brand-name drugs for most people. The FDA requires strict equivalence, and large studies confirm similar outcomes. Exceptions exist for narrow therapeutic index drugs, where consistency matters.

13 Feb

Chronic Cough Workup: How to Diagnose GERD, Asthma, and Postnasal Drip

Posted by Jeffrey Abbott

02/13/2026

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Chronic cough lasting over 8 weeks is most often caused by GERD, asthma, or postnasal drip. Learn how to diagnose and treat these three conditions with evidence-based steps that avoid unnecessary tests and get you relief faster.

12 Feb

Osteoporosis Medications: How Bisphosphonates and Calcium Work Together (and Why Timing Matters)

Posted by Jeffrey Abbott

02/12/2026

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Bisphosphonates are powerful osteoporosis drugs, but their effectiveness depends entirely on proper timing with calcium supplements. Taking them together can reduce absorption by 90%. Learn how to take them correctly to prevent fractures and protect your bone health.

10 Feb

Antifungals and Liver Risks: What You Need to Know About Drug Interactions and Toxicity

Posted by Jeffrey Abbott

02/10/2026

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Antifungals can cause serious liver damage, especially ketoconazole, itraconazole, and voriconazole. Learn the risks, monitoring guidelines, and what to do if you're taking these drugs for fungal infections.

7 Feb

How Generic Drugs Are Made: The Manufacturing Process Explained

Posted by Jeffrey Abbott

02/ 7/2026

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Generic drugs save billions each year by offering the same effectiveness as brand-name medications at a fraction of the cost. Here’s how they’re made-from reverse engineering to FDA approval-without cutting corners on safety or quality.

7 Feb

Unexpected Side Effects from Generic Medications: When to Seek Help

Posted by Jeffrey Abbott

02/ 7/2026

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Generic medications save money but can cause unexpected side effects due to differences in inactive ingredients. Learn when to seek help and how to protect yourself from harmful switches.

4 Feb

Medication Safety Explained: Why It Matters for Every Patient

Posted by Jeffrey Abbott

02/ 4/2026

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Medication safety prevents harm from drugs by ensuring correct use. It covers everything from prescribing to monitoring. Every year, over 1.5 million ER visits in the U.S. are due to medication issues. Patients can take steps like keeping a medication list. Technology like EHRs and BCMA significantly reduce errors.

3 Feb

How Generic Substitution Laws Work: State-by-State Breakdown

Posted by Jeffrey Abbott

02/ 3/2026

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Generic substitution laws let pharmacists swap brand-name drugs for cheaper generics - but rules vary wildly by state. Some require substitution, others demand consent. Learn how your state handles it and what you need to know.

Archive: 2026/02

Antibiotic Stewardship: How Responsible Use Prevents Resistance and Protects Gut Health

Opioid Monitoring During Treatment: Urine Drug Screens and Risk Stratification

Are generic drugs as safe as brands? Clinical evidence reveals the truth

Chronic Cough Workup: How to Diagnose GERD, Asthma, and Postnasal Drip

Osteoporosis Medications: How Bisphosphonates and Calcium Work Together (and Why Timing Matters)

Antifungals and Liver Risks: What You Need to Know About Drug Interactions and Toxicity

How Generic Drugs Are Made: The Manufacturing Process Explained

Unexpected Side Effects from Generic Medications: When to Seek Help

Medication Safety Explained: Why It Matters for Every Patient

How Generic Substitution Laws Work: State-by-State Breakdown

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