eDrugstore.com: Your Ultimate Pharmaceuticals Guide - Page 5

27

Dec

Posted by Julian Stirling

History of Generic Drugs in the United States: How Cheaper Medicines Became the Standard

Generic drugs now make up over 90% of U.S. prescriptions. Their rise from rare alternatives to the standard of care came through decades of scandal, law, and reform - starting with the 1906 Food and Drugs Act and culminating in the 1984 Hatch-Waxman Act.

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26

Dec

Posted by Julian Stirling

High Cholesterol: What You Need to Know About Hypercholesterolemia

High cholesterol is a silent threat that leads to heart disease and stroke. Learn what causes it, how it's diagnosed, and what actually works to lower it-whether you have a genetic form or lifestyle-driven high cholesterol.

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25

Dec

Posted by Julian Stirling

How to Know If Your Supplement Is Safe with Your Medications

Learn how to spot dangerous interactions between supplements and medications. Discover which supplements are risky, how they affect your drugs, and what steps to take to stay safe - backed by real data and expert guidelines.

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24

Dec

Posted by Julian Stirling

Acetaminophen and NSAIDs in Pregnancy: What You Need to Know by Trimester

Learn the safest pain relief options during pregnancy. Acetaminophen is safe in all trimesters; NSAIDs like ibuprofen are dangerous after 20 weeks. Know the facts to protect your health and your baby's.

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23

Dec

Posted by Julian Stirling

Exercise Modifications for Fatigue on Beta-Blockers and Other Drugs

Learn how to exercise safely when taking beta-blockers. Discover practical tips to manage fatigue, replace heart rate monitoring with perceived effort, and maintain fitness without overexertion.

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21

Dec

Posted by Julian Stirling

Lopinavir/Ritonavir Boosting: How CYP3A4 Interactions Impact Drug Safety and Efficacy

Lopinavir/ritonavir boosting relies on CYP3A4 inhibition to maintain HIV drug levels, but this triggers hundreds of dangerous drug interactions. Learn how ritonavir’s complex effects impact medications like blood thinners, sedatives, and transplants drugs.

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20

Dec

Posted by Julian Stirling

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: Nerve Compression and Treatment Options

Carpal tunnel syndrome is a common nerve compression disorder causing numbness, tingling, and weakness in the hand. Learn how it develops, how to diagnose it early, and what treatments-from splints to surgery-actually work.

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19

Dec

Posted by Julian Stirling

Generic Drug Quality Issues: Manufacturing Plant Problems Explained

Generic drug quality issues stem from manufacturing flaws in foreign plants, leading to impurities, inconsistent potency, and dangerous recalls. Learn how poor oversight, cost-cutting, and outdated inspections put patient safety at risk.

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18

Dec

Posted by Julian Stirling

Infections in Immunosuppressed Patients: Unusual Organisms and Risks

Immunosuppressed patients face deadly infections from rare organisms like Pneumocystis jirovecii and Giardia. These infections often show no symptoms, require special testing, and carry high mortality rates despite treatment.

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15

Dec

Posted by Julian Stirling

Probiotics and Antibiotics: How to Space Dosing for Effectiveness

Learn how to time probiotics with antibiotics to prevent diarrhea and protect your gut. Find out the best strains, doses, and spacing rules backed by science.

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