Author: Kieran Fairweather - Page 2
After bariatric surgery, your body absorbs nutrients differently. Without the right vitamins, you risk serious deficiencies in B12, iron, calcium, and vitamin D. Learn what supplements you need, why they're different, and how to stay on track for life.
Liver disease reduces the body's ability to clear drugs, leading to dangerous buildup and side effects. Learn how hepatic impairment affects metabolism, which drugs are riskiest, and how to adjust doses safely.
Most antibiotics don't affect birth control pills. Only rifampin, rifabutin, and griseofulvin interfere. Learn the truth behind the myth and what you actually need to do.
Crossover trial design is the standard method for bioequivalence studies, using each participant as their own control to compare generic and brand drugs with high precision. Learn how 2x2 and replicate designs work, regulatory limits, and why washout periods matter.
Portal vein thrombosis is a serious but treatable condition. Early diagnosis with ultrasound and timely anticoagulation can prevent complications and improve survival. Learn how to diagnose and manage PVT effectively.
Most medications are safe while breastfeeding. Learn when to pump and dump - and when it’s unnecessary. Discover safe drug choices, timing tips, and trusted resources to protect your milk supply and your baby.
Grapefruit can dangerously increase statin levels in your blood, raising the risk of muscle damage and kidney failure. Learn which statins are affected, what symptoms to watch for, and how to stay safe without giving up your medication.
Learn how to link your daily habits like brushing teeth or drinking coffee with taking medication to improve adherence. Proven, low-cost, and effective for chronic conditions.
Drug-induced liver injury can strike from common medications and supplements. Learn which drugs pose the highest risk, how to spot early signs, and what monitoring steps can save your liver.
Learn how to safely switch your child from liquid medication to chewable or tablet forms - with step-by-step guidance, dosing tips, common mistakes to avoid, and what to do if the transition fails.
