Category: Medications - Page 2

Corticosteroids like prednisone can cause sudden high blood sugar, even in people without diabetes. Learn how steroids trigger hyperglycemia, who’s at risk, and how to manage it safely with insulin, monitoring, and timely adjustments.

Learn how to eat vitamin K foods safely while on warfarin. Consistency-not restriction-is the key to stable INR levels and fewer emergency visits.

Switching generic phenytoin brands can be dangerous due to its narrow therapeutic window and non-linear metabolism. Learn when and how to monitor blood levels, correct for low albumin, and avoid toxicity or seizures.

Turmeric and curcumin supplements can dangerously increase bleeding risk when taken with blood thinners like warfarin or aspirin. Real case reports show INR levels spiking to life-threatening levels. Avoid turmeric supplements if you're on anticoagulants.

Learn how to protect yourself from pharmacy dispensing errors with a simple 5-step personal safety checklist. No medical degree needed-just a few questions and a little vigilance can prevent dangerous mistakes.

Many common medications cause sexual side effects like low libido, erectile dysfunction, and orgasm problems. Learn which drugs are most likely to cause these issues and what you can do about them.

Long-term steroid use can cause silent but irreversible eye damage, including cataracts and glaucoma. Learn who’s at risk, how to spot early signs, and what steps to take to protect your vision.

Active ingredients treat your condition, but inactive ingredients can affect how well your medicine works-or even cause side effects. Learn why the difference matters for your health and safety.

Compare Imiquad Cream (imiquimod) with alternatives like 5-FU, cryotherapy, PDT, and surgery for treating skin conditions. Learn which option works best for actinic keratosis, warts, and basal cell carcinoma.

Placebo and nocebo effects shape how you experience medication side effects - even when you're taking a sugar pill. Studies show up to 76% of side effects reported in trials happen in placebo groups, driven by expectations, not chemistry.