Category: Medications - Page 3
Vitamin K Supplements and Warfarin: How to Keep INR Stable
Vitamin K supplements at 150 mcg daily can help stabilize INR levels in people on warfarin by reducing daily fluctuations in vitamin K intake. This approach works best for those with unexplained INR swings despite consistent dosing and diet.
Jan, 10 2026
Using Copay Cards Safely: Access Without Compromising Care
Copay cards can make expensive medications affordable - but only if you understand how they interact with your insurance. Learn how accumulator programs can trap you into unexpected costs and how to protect your treatment.
Jan, 9 2026
Grapefruit Juice Interactions: Why Some Medications Are Affected
Grapefruit juice can dangerously increase levels of certain medications by blocking enzymes that break them down. Over 85 drugs are affected, including statins and blood pressure meds. Avoid grapefruit entirely if you're on one of them.
Jan, 7 2026
Common Translation Issues on Prescription Labels and How to Get Help
Many prescription labels are mistranslated by automated systems, leading to dangerous medication errors. Learn the most common mistakes, how to spot them, and what steps you can take to get accurate translations for yourself or loved ones.
Jan, 4 2026
Organizing Your Medications: Best Pill Organizers and Tracking Methods for Safety
Organizing your medications with pill organizers and tracking methods reduces errors, improves adherence, and saves lives. Learn which systems work best for simple routines, complex regimens, and seniors-without overspending.
Jan, 3 2026
Generic Prescribing Incentives: How States Use Copays and Substitution Laws to Cut Drug Costs
States use copay differentials, preferred drug lists, and pharmacist substitution laws to encourage generic drug use. These policies save billions but risk driving manufacturers out of the market if not balanced carefully.
Dec, 28 2025
Communicating with Prescribers: When Pharmacists Recommend Generics
Pharmacists play a key role in recommending generic drugs to improve adherence and cut costs. Learn how they communicate with prescribers using FDA guidelines, Orange Book data, and evidence-based strategies to ensure safe, effective substitutions.
Dec, 27 2025
Authorized Generics: How Brand Drug Companies Stay Competitive After Patent Expiration
Authorized generics are brand-name drugs sold under a different label after patent expiration. They're identical to the original, help control prices, and confuse patients. Here's how they work and why they matter.
Dec, 26 2025
Medication Recalls: What Patients Should Do Immediately
When a medication is recalled, stopping it abruptly can be dangerous. Learn the immediate steps patients must take - checking lot numbers, calling pharmacies, and when to contact a doctor - to stay safe during a drug recall.
Dec, 25 2025
Labor Cost Differences: Generic vs Brand-Name Drug Production
Generic drugs cost far less than brand-name drugs, but the labor behind them isn't cheaper because it's simpler - it's cheaper because it's scaled, optimized, and under intense pressure. Here's how labor costs really differ between the two.
Dec, 24 2025