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Drug safety
Prescriptions are intended to help you feel better—from an infection, pain, or a health condition. Yet, there are certain circumstances when they can be dangerous. Education can help you stay safe.
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Drug Info
9 FAQs about amlodipine
We separate myths from facts about this commonly prescribed blood pressure medication
Updated on May 8, 2023
Drug Info
Tamiflu side effects and how to avoid them
Tamiflu helps prevent and treat influenza A and B. Tamiflu has few drug interactions and only mild to moderate side effects.
Jul. 1, 2021
Health Education
6 meds that cause heat intolerance
Certain over-the-counter and prescription treatments can ruin a day of fun in the sun—and have dangerous side effects
Jul. 22, 2021
Drug Info
Do amoxicillin and alcohol mix?
Here is what you should know about drinking while taking this antibiotic
Dec. 2, 2022
Drug Info
Can you mix Lexapro and alcohol?
The combination can cause serious side effects and long-term health issues
Sep. 8, 2023
The Checkout
How to help patients who miss meds
A missed dosage isn’t usually a problem, but it’s important to provide your patients with the right advice
Jan. 12, 2023
Drug Info
13 Lipitor facts
The prescription medication can lower your cholesterol, but also do so much more
Feb. 1, 2022
Drug Info
Does BuSpar work for anxiety?
Like any mental health medication, you might have some trial and error before finding the right fit
Feb. 14, 2022
Wellness
5 child-safe med storage tips
Try these 5 tips to to keep dangerous meds away from children
Updated on Nov. 17, 2023
Drug Info
7 weight-loss Rx
There are several FDA-approved medications that can improve your chances of dropping those pounds—and keeping them off
Jan. 14, 2022
Drug Info
Hyoscyamine 101
This anticholinergic medication works quickly for conditions affecting the digestive tract
Mar. 8, 2023