Author: Kendrick Wilkerson
Gout Attacks: Understanding Uric Acid, Triggers, and How Medication Actually Works
Gout attacks are caused by uric acid crystals forming in joints, triggered by diet, dehydration, and medications. Effective treatment requires both acute flare control and lifelong urate-lowering therapy to prevent joint damage and tophi formation.
Benzodiazepine Tapering: Safe Strategies to Reduce Dependence
Learn how to safely reduce benzodiazepine use with evidence-based tapering strategies that minimize withdrawal risks and improve long-term health outcomes. Based on 2024 clinical guidelines.
Buying Medicines Abroad: Can You Get Cheaper Generics?
Can you save money by buying generic medicines abroad? The answer is yes-but only if you know where to look and how to avoid dangerous scams. Learn the real savings, hidden risks, and safest ways to buy overseas generics in 2026.
Gabapentinoids and Fetal Development: What Pregnant Women Need to Know Now
Gabapentin and pregabalin are commonly used during pregnancy for pain and anxiety, but new evidence shows risks like heart defects, preterm birth, and NICU admissions. What you need to know before taking them.
Annual Medication Review with a Pharmacist: How It Reduces Side Effects
An annual medication review with a pharmacist can cut side effects, prevent hospital visits, and save money. Learn how it works, who needs it, and why it’s one of the most important health steps you can take.
Acne Scars: Microneedling, Lasers, and Topical Strategies That Actually Work
Acne scars don't fade on their own-but modern treatments like microneedling, lasers, and topical skincare can dramatically improve them. Learn what works, what doesn't, and how to choose the right approach for your skin.
Naloxone Co-Prescribing: How It Prevents Opioid Overdoses in Patients
Naloxone co-prescribing saves lives by giving people on opioids a way to reverse overdoses before emergency help arrives. Learn who needs it, how it works, and why it’s becoming standard care.
Medication-Induced Anaphylaxis: Symptoms, Recognition, and Emergency Response
Medication-induced anaphylaxis is a severe allergic reaction requiring urgent treatment. Learn how to recognize symptoms like hives, breathing difficulties, and low blood pressure. Immediate epinephrine administration can save lives. This guide explains triggers, emergency steps, and prevention strategies for patients and providers.
Hypoglycemia in Older Adults: Risks and Prevention Strategies
Hypoglycemia in older adults is a serious concern due to higher risks of falls, cognitive decline, and mortality. Learn why they're more vulnerable, how to spot subtle symptoms, and actionable prevention strategies to keep blood sugar safe. Practical tips for medication management and caregiver roles are included.
AI and Pharmacogenomics: How Personalized Generic Medication Recommendations Are Changing Online Pharmacies
AI and pharmacogenomics are transforming online pharmacies by recommending generic medications tailored to your genes, reducing side effects and improving effectiveness. Here's how it works - and why it matters.