Category: Health and Medicine - Page 3
Verbal Prescriptions: Best Practices for Clarity and Safety in Healthcare
Verbal prescriptions remain a necessary but risky part of healthcare. Learn the proven safety protocols-including read-back, phonetic spelling, and avoiding high-alert drugs-that prevent deadly errors in patient care.
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Batch Release Testing: Final Checks Before Pharmaceutical Distribution
Batch release testing is the final quality check that ensures every pharmaceutical batch meets strict safety and efficacy standards before reaching patients. Learn what tests are performed, why they matter, and how failures can cost millions.
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FDA Extended Use Dates: How Drug Shortages Trigger Expiration Date Extensions
The FDA extends expiration dates for critical drugs during shortages when stability data proves they're still safe and effective. This helps hospitals maintain supply of life-saving medications like epinephrine, propofol, and IV fluids.
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Alcohol Withdrawal and Liver Health: Safe Detox Strategies
Stopping alcohol after long-term use triggers dangerous withdrawal and can worsen liver damage. Learn how medical detox, nutrition, and avoiding toxins like paracetamol help your liver heal safely.
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First Generic Approval: Why It Matters and What It Means for Drug Prices and Access
First generic approval by the FDA unlocks 180 days of exclusive rights for the first company to launch a cheaper version of a brand-name drug, driving down prices and saving billions in healthcare costs - but it’s a complex, high-stakes race with legal and supply chain challenges.
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Women’s Heart Disease: Recognizing Unique Symptoms and Effective Risk Management
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in women, yet symptoms often differ from men's. Learn the unique warning signs, hidden risk factors, and how to get the right care before it's too late.
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Opioid Overdose: How to Recognize Symptoms and Use Naloxone to Save a Life
Learn how to recognize opioid overdose symptoms and use naloxone to reverse it. Step-by-step guide for bystanders, with real-world data and safety tips to save a life.
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Authorized Generics vs Traditional Generics: What You Need to Know
Authorized generics are the exact same as brand-name drugs, just without the brand label. Traditional generics may have different inactive ingredients. Learn how they differ in composition, cost, and how they affect your health.
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OTC Allergy Relief: How to Pick the Right Antihistamine and Dose for Your Symptoms
Learn how to choose the right OTC antihistamine-Zyrtec, Claritin, or Allegra-based on your symptoms, lifestyle, and tolerance for drowsiness. Find out what works best, what to avoid, and how to dose safely.
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Why Patients Stick to Brand-Name Medications Despite Higher Costs
Patients often choose expensive brand-name medications over cheaper generics-not because they work better, but because they feel safer. This article explores why brand loyalty persists in healthcare, from psychological trust to real-world experiences.
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