Patient decision aids improve medication safety by helping patients understand treatment options, reduce uncertainty, and make choices aligned with their values-leading to better adherence and fewer errors.
Allopurinol and azathioprine can cause life-threatening bone marrow suppression when taken together. Learn why this interaction happens, who's at risk, and what safer alternatives exist for gout and IBD patients.
Diverticulitis is inflamed pouches in the colon that cause severe abdominal pain, fever, and digestive issues. Learn how it's diagnosed, when antibiotics are needed, what to eat, and how to prevent future attacks.
Certain antipsychotics worsen motor symptoms in Parkinson’s disease by blocking dopamine. Clozapine and quetiapine are safer options, while haloperidol and risperidone should be avoided. Non-drug strategies often work first.
Learn the safe, evidence-based differences between acetaminophen and ibuprofen for kids with fever. Discover correct dosing by weight, when to use each, and what to avoid to keep your child safe.
Huntington’s disease is a genetic neurodegenerative disorder causing chorea, cognitive decline, and psychiatric symptoms. Learn how genetics drive progression, why chorea isn’t the only symptom, and how early care planning can extend life and improve quality.
Renal dosing of antibiotics is critical in kidney disease to prevent toxicity and treatment failure. Learn how to adjust doses using CrCl, avoid common errors, and manage acute vs. chronic kidney injury safely.
Shingrix is the only shingles vaccine available today and is recommended for adults 50 and older, as well as those 19+ with weakened immune systems. It's over 90% effective at preventing shingles and long-term nerve pain.
Fentanyl in counterfeit pills is killing people who think they're taking safe medication. Learn how these fake pills work, why they're so deadly, and what you can do to prevent overdose - from test strips to Narcan.
Learn how to spot fake generic drugs sold online, avoid deadly scams, and protect yourself from counterfeit medications laced with fentanyl or no active ingredients. Essential tips for safe online pharmacy use.