Author: Stephen Roberts
How to Communicate Medication Goals and Expectations Clearly
Clear communication about medication goals improves adherence, reduces errors, and saves lives. Learn proven strategies like Teach-Back, plain language, and concrete timing to help patients understand their prescriptions and stick to them.
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Cold Sores vs. Pimples: How to Tell Them Apart and Treat Them Right
Learn how to tell cold sores and pimples apart based on location, symptoms, and appearance. Get the right treatment for each and avoid common mistakes that make them worse.
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IBS vs. IBD: What’s the Real Difference Between Functional and Inflammatory Bowel Disorders?
IBS and IBD both cause digestive symptoms, but one is a functional disorder while the other causes permanent tissue damage. Learn the key differences in causes, symptoms, tests, and treatments.
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UK Substitution Laws: How NHS Policies on Generic Medicines and Care Shifts Are Changing Healthcare
UK substitution laws now require 90% generic drug use and shift care from hospitals to community settings. Learn how NHS policies on generics and remote services are changing healthcare delivery in 2026.
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REMS for Isotretinoin: iPLEDGE Requirements and Safety in 2026
iPLEDGE is the FDA-mandated system required to safely use isotretinoin for severe acne. Learn the 2026 requirements, recent changes, and how to avoid treatment delays.
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Sexual Side Effects from Antidepressants: Proven Solutions and Better Alternatives
Sexual side effects from antidepressants affect up to 70% of users, but solutions like switching to bupropion, adding sildenafil, or adjusting doses can help. Learn what works-and what doesn't-based on real clinical data.
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Carbamazepine and Oral Contraceptives: Why Breakthrough Bleeding Means Higher Pregnancy Risk
Carbamazepine can make birth control pills fail-even with perfect use. Breakthrough bleeding is a warning sign. Learn why IUDs and implants are the only reliable options, and how to avoid unintended pregnancy and birth defects.
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Gout: Understanding Purine Metabolism and How Urate-Lowering Medications Work
Gout is caused by uric acid crystals from disrupted purine metabolism. Understanding how allopurinol, febuxostat, and other urate-lowering drugs work-and why most patients fail-is key to lasting relief.
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Bupropion vs SSRIs: Side Effects Compared for Real-World Use
Bupropion and SSRIs treat depression differently, leading to distinct side effects. Bupropion avoids sexual dysfunction and weight gain but may worsen anxiety. SSRIs help anxiety but often cause low libido and weight gain. Which is right for you?
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How to Use a Medication Log to Prevent Overdose Errors
A medication log helps prevent accidental overdose by tracking exactly what, when, and how much you take - including mixtures with alcohol or other drugs. Simple, consistent logging saves lives.
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