Author: Michael Sumner
Using Wearables to Track Side Effects: Heart Rate, Sleep, and Activity
Wearables like smartwatches and fitness trackers can detect subtle side effects from medications by monitoring heart rate, sleep, and activity. Learn how they work, which devices are best, and how to use them safely without falling into alert fatigue.
MoreBlood Thinner Overdose and Internal Bleeding: What to Do Immediately
A blood thinner overdose can cause life-threatening internal bleeding. Know the warning signs, act fast, and get emergency help immediately. This guide covers what to do, what hospitals do, and how to prevent it.
MoreHow to Use OpenFDA and FAERS APIs to Access Drug Side Effect Reports
Learn how to use the OpenFDA and FAERS APIs to search drug side effect reports. Get step-by-step guidance on queries, API keys, limitations, and real-world use cases - all from the FDA's official open-data platform.
MoreAnticoagulants and Bleeding Disorders: How to Prevent Hemorrhage in Patients on Blood Thinners
Anticoagulants prevent deadly clots but carry serious bleeding risks. Learn how to prevent hemorrhage with proper dosing, kidney monitoring, reversal agents, and when to restart therapy after bleeding.
MorePediatric Dosing: Weight-Based Calculations and Double-Checks for Medication Safety
Weight-based pediatric dosing is the gold standard for medication safety in children. Learn how to calculate doses correctly, avoid common errors, and implement double-check protocols that prevent life-threatening mistakes.
MoreHow to Pack Medications for Long Road Trips and Cruises: A Practical Guide
Learn how to pack medications safely for road trips and cruises with expert tips on labeling, extra supplies, storage, and international rules to avoid delays, confiscation, or medical emergencies.
MoreInsurance Formulary Tiers Explained: Tier 1, 2, 3, and Non-Formulary Drugs
Understand how insurance formulary tiers work - Tier 1, 2, 3, and non-formulary drugs - and learn how to save money on prescriptions by choosing the right meds and using exceptions.
MoreRetail vs Hospital Pharmacy: Key Differences in Medication Substitution Practices
Retail and hospital pharmacies handle medication substitution in completely different ways-one driven by cost and insurance, the other by clinical teams and safety. Understanding these differences helps patients avoid errors and get better care.
MoreGLP-1 Receptor Agonists for Weight Loss and A1C Reduction: What You Need to Know
GLP-1 receptor agonists like Ozempic and Wegovy help lower A1C and cause significant weight loss by reducing appetite and slowing digestion. Learn how they work, which ones are most effective, and what to expect when starting treatment.
MoreHow to Check Drug Coverage Tiers and Formulary Changes for Senior Medications
Learn how to check your Medicare Part D drug coverage tiers and spot formulary changes that could raise your medication costs. Know your options before your next prescription.
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