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Trimethoprim-Sulfamethoxazole and Warfarin: What You Need to Know About INR Elevation
Posted by Ellison Greystone on Dec, 7 2025
Trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole can cause dangerous INR spikes in people taking warfarin, increasing bleeding risk. Learn how this interaction works, who's most at risk, and what to do if you need an antibiotic.
Chemotherapy: How Cytotoxic Drugs Work and Common Side Effects
Posted by Ellison Greystone on Dec, 6 2025
Chemotherapy uses cytotoxic drugs to kill rapidly dividing cancer cells, but also affects healthy cells, causing side effects like fatigue, hair loss, and nausea. Learn how these drugs work, why side effects happen, and what’s new in managing them.
Kidney Disease Medications: Phosphate Binders, Diuretics, and Anticoagulants Explained
Posted by Ellison Greystone on Dec, 5 2025
Phosphate binders, diuretics, and anticoagulants are essential for managing complications of chronic kidney disease. Learn how each works, their real-world trade-offs, dosing tips, and what’s new in 2025.
Long-Term Opioid Use: How It Affects Hormones and Sexual Function
Posted by Ellison Greystone on Dec, 4 2025
Long-term opioid use disrupts hormone levels in up to 86% of users, leading to low testosterone, sexual dysfunction, and menstrual issues. Learn how opioids affect your body and what you can do about it.
Opioids and Benzodiazepines: The Deadly Breathing Risk When Taken Together
Posted by Ellison Greystone on Dec, 3 2025
Taking opioids and benzodiazepines together can dangerously slow or stop your breathing. This deadly interaction has caused thousands of overdose deaths. Learn the risks, signs, and what to do if you're on both.
Autoimmune Overlap Syndromes: Recognizing Mixed Symptoms and Getting Coordinated Care
Posted by Ellison Greystone on Dec, 2 2025
Autoimmune overlap syndromes combine features of multiple autoimmune diseases like lupus, scleroderma, and myositis. Learn how they're diagnosed, treated, and why coordinated care is essential for better outcomes.
Opioids in Seniors: Safe Pain Management and Essential Monitoring Practices
Posted by Ellison Greystone on Dec, 1 2025
Opioids can safely manage pain in seniors when used with caution. Learn the right dosing, safest options, monitoring practices, and what to avoid to prevent dangerous side effects in older adults.
Candida Vaginitis: Recognizing Yeast Infection Symptoms and Choosing the Right Over-the-Counter Treatment
Posted by Ellison Greystone on Dec, 1 2025
Learn the real symptoms of candida vaginitis and how to safely use over-the-counter treatments. Know when to self-treat - and when to see a doctor.
Antihypertensive Combination Generics: What’s Available and How to Get Them
Posted by Ellison Greystone on Dec, 1 2025
Antihypertensive combination generics combine two or three blood pressure meds into one pill to improve adherence and control. Learn which combos are available, how much they cost, and how to get them covered by insurance.
Renal Dosing for Metformin and SGLT2 Inhibitors: When to Adjust
Posted by Ellison Greystone on Dec, 1 2025
Learn when and how to adjust metformin and SGLT2 inhibitors for kidney function. Updated 2025 guidelines on eGFR thresholds, dosing limits, and real-world management for diabetes patients with chronic kidney disease.