Author: Harrison Thurston
How to Implement a Personal Safety Checklist for Pharmacy Visits
Learn how to use a simple personal safety checklist during pharmacy visits to prevent medication errors, avoid dangerous interactions, and catch dispensing mistakes before they harm you or a loved one.
How to Prevent Overdose in People with Substance Use Disorders: Proven Strategies That Save Lives
Learn proven, science-backed ways to prevent overdose in people with substance use disorders, including naloxone use, fentanyl test strips, medication-assisted treatment, and safety planning. These strategies save lives.
Medicare Part D Formularies: How Generic Coverage Works in 2025
Medicare Part D generic drug coverage in 2025 now has a $2,000 annual out-of-pocket cap, making medications like lisinopril and metformin far more affordable. Learn how tiers, costs, and changes affect your bills.
Generic vs Brand Identification in Pharmacy Systems: Best Practices for Accurate Medication Management
Learn how pharmacy systems accurately identify generic and brand-name drugs using NDC and TE codes, handle NTI drugs, and comply with state laws. Best practices for patient safety and cost savings.
Medication Reviews: When Seniors Should Stop or Deprescribe Medicines
Many seniors take unnecessary medications that increase fall risk, confusion, and hospital stays. Learn when and how to safely stop or reduce drugs through deprescribing-a proven way to improve safety and quality of life.
Herbal Supplements in Pregnancy: What’s Safe and What’s Not
Herbal supplements in pregnancy are widely used but poorly studied. Ginger may help nausea, but many others carry unknown risks. Learn which herbs are potentially safe and which to avoid - backed by current evidence.
Sudden Sensorineural Hearing Loss: Why Immediate Steroid Treatment Can Save Your Hearing
Sudden sensorineural hearing loss is a medical emergency. Immediate steroid treatment within 72 hours can dramatically improve hearing recovery. Learn why time matters, how steroids work, and what to do if you lose hearing suddenly.
Retail vs Hospital Pharmacy: Key Differences in Medication Substitution Practices
Retail and hospital pharmacies handle medication substitution differently-retail focuses on cost and patient choice, while hospitals prioritize clinical safety through team-based decisions. Understanding these differences helps patients navigate their care.
QT Prolongation and Sudden Cardiac Death: Key Medication Risk Factors You Need to Know
QT prolongation from medications can trigger sudden cardiac death - often without warning. Learn which drugs raise the risk, who’s most vulnerable, and how to prevent it with simple checks and smart choices.
Authorized Generics: A Smart Switch When Moving Away From Brand-Name Drugs
Authorized generics are exact copies of brand-name drugs sold at lower prices. They’re ideal for patients who react poorly to traditional generics due to inactive ingredients. Learn how to find them and when they’re the safest switch.