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Georgea Michelle, Jan, 18 2026

Packaging and Labeling: How to Verify the Authenticity of Generic Medicines

Learn how to verify the authenticity of generic medicines through packaging and labeling. Discover overt, covert, and track-and-trace methods used to fight counterfeit drugs and protect your health.

Georgea Michelle, Jan, 17 2026

IVIG Therapy for Autoimmune Disorders: How Immunoglobulin Works and When It’s Used

IVIG therapy uses antibodies from healthy donors to treat autoimmune disorders like CIDP, ITP, and Guillain-Barré syndrome. Learn how it works, who benefits, side effects, cost, and new developments.

Georgea Michelle, Jan, 16 2026

Feverfew and Anticoagulants: Understanding the Bleeding Risk

Feverfew may help prevent migraines, but if you're on blood thinners like warfarin or aspirin, it could cause dangerous bleeding. Learn the real risks, signs to watch for, and what to do before surgery.

Georgea Michelle, Jan, 15 2026

Elderly Patients Switching to Generics: What You Need to Know About Safety, Cost, and Adherence

Elderly patients switching to generics can save money-but not without risks. Learn which medications need caution, how aging affects drug absorption, and what steps doctors and patients can take to stay safe.

Georgea Michelle, Jan, 14 2026

Whistleblower Protections for Reporting Manufacturing Quality Issues

Learn how whistleblower protections shield manufacturing workers who report safety and quality violations. Understand your rights, deadlines, and how to file a complaint without losing your job.

Georgea Michelle, Jan, 12 2026

Canagliflozin and Amputation Risk: What You Need to Know Now

Canagliflozin may increase the risk of foot and leg amputations in people with diabetes, especially those with poor circulation or nerve damage. Learn who’s at risk, how to stay safe, and what safer alternatives exist.

Georgea Michelle, Jan, 11 2026

Medication Errors: How to Prevent Mistakes at Home and in Hospitals

Medication errors harm over 1.5 million Americans yearly. Learn how to prevent mistakes at home with simple steps-and how hospitals are using tech like barcode scanning to cut errors, and where it still fails.

Georgea Michelle, Jan, 10 2026

Extended-Release vs. Immediate-Release Medications: When Timing Matters for Safety and Effectiveness

Extended-release and immediate-release medications work differently in your body. Knowing which is which can prevent overdoses, improve effectiveness, and keep you safer. Here's what you need to know.

Georgea Michelle, Jan, 8 2026

Perimenopause and Mood: How Hormonal Shifts Affect Emotions and What Actually Helps

Perimenopause can trigger intense mood swings due to fluctuating estrogen and progesterone. Learn how hormones affect your brain, why antidepressants often fail, and what treatments actually work-backed by science and real women’s experiences.

Georgea Michelle, Jan, 7 2026

Carrying Medications in Original Containers While Traveling: What You Need to Know

Carrying medications in original containers while traveling avoids security delays, legal trouble, and customs issues. Learn why TSA allows pill organizers but experts still recommend labeled bottles-and what you need for international trips.