Meds by Design - Page 2
How to Participate in Patient Registries for Drug Safety
Learn how to join patient registries for drug safety, why they matter, what to expect, and how your data helps protect others from rare side effects. A practical guide for patients on mandatory and voluntary safety monitoring programs.
Medication Dosing Adjustments: How Age, Weight, and Kidney Function Change Your Prescription
Medication dosing isn't one-size-fits-all. Age, weight, and kidney function change how your body handles drugs. Learn how to spot unsafe doses and what questions to ask your doctor.
Top Medication Safety Questions to Ask at the Pharmacy Counter
Learn the top medication safety questions to ask at the pharmacy to avoid dangerous interactions, side effects, and dosing errors. Protect your health with simple, proven questions every patient should ask.
Managing Medication Allergies and Finding Safe Alternatives
Learn how to tell if you truly have a medication allergy, why mislabeling is dangerous, and how to find safe alternatives - especially if you think you're allergic to penicillin. Get the facts on testing, alternatives, and what to ask your doctor.
How to Store Controlled Substances to Prevent Diversion: A Practical Guide for Healthcare Facilities
Learn how to securely store controlled substances in healthcare settings to prevent theft and diversion. Follow DEA-compliant practices, use automated systems wisely, and implement staff protocols that protect patients and your facility.
Jet Lag and Time-Released Medication Dosing Across Time Zones: What Actually Works
Time-released melatonin doesn't fix jet lag-it makes it worse. Learn why immediate-release melatonin, proper timing, and light exposure are the only proven ways to reset your body clock after long flights.
Antihistamines and Blood Pressure: What You Need to Know About Effects and Monitoring
Antihistamines can affect blood pressure - but not all are the same. Learn which ones are safe for hypertension, which to avoid, and how to monitor your pressure safely. Pure second-generation antihistamines like loratadine and cetirizine are typically safe; avoid decongestant combos.
Symptoms of Taking Counterfeit Medications: What to Watch For
Counterfeit medications can look identical to real ones but contain dangerous substances like fentanyl or toxic chemicals. Learn the physical signs and symptoms to watch for-and what to do if you suspect you’ve taken a fake pill.
Doctor Attitudes Toward Generic Drugs: What Providers Really Think
Doctors prescribe generics daily but many still doubt their effectiveness. Learn why provider attitudes vary, how education changes prescribing, and what's being done to build trust in affordable medications.
Valerian and Sedating Medications: What You Need to Know About CNS Depression Risk
Valerian may seem safe, but mixing it with sedatives like Xanax, alcohol, or sleep pills can cause dangerous CNS depression. Learn why this interaction is risky and what to do instead.
Major Depressive Disorder: Antidepressants and Psychotherapy Options Explained
Major Depressive Disorder affects millions. Antidepressants and psychotherapy like CBT are proven treatments. Learn how they work, when to use them together, and what to expect from each option.
Medication Safety for People with Low Vision or Hearing Loss: Practical Steps to Prevent Errors
Medication errors are common among people with low vision or hearing loss. Learn practical, low-cost ways to manage prescriptions safely - from color-coding pills to asking for large-print labels - and what pharmacies should be doing to help.