Anticholinergics like oxybutynin and diphenhydramine can cause memory loss, brain shrinkage, and dry mouth. Learn which drugs carry the highest dementia risk and what safer alternatives exist.
Systemic antifungals like azoles can dangerously increase statin levels, raising the risk of muscle damage and kidney failure. Learn which combinations to avoid, safer alternatives, and what to do if you're already taking them together.
The nocebo effect explains why people feel worse after switching to generic medications - even when the drugs are identical. Negative expectations can trigger real physical symptoms, costing billions and undermining treatment. Learn how to recognize and fight it.
Medicare Part D in 2025 now caps out-of-pocket drug costs at $2,000, eliminates the donut hole, and simplifies coverage. Learn how premiums, tiers, and plan choices affect your real costs.
Pill organizers help with medication adherence but can be dangerous if used incorrectly. Learn which meds are safe to store in them, how to load and clean them properly, and when to skip them entirely.
Cannabinoids like CBD and THC are widely used for pain, but evidence is mixed. THC shows more promise than CBD for chronic pain, especially nerve pain. Dosing is unregulated, products are unreliable, and safety risks exist. Here's what the science really says.
Benzalkonium chloride and zinc oxide work together to clean minor cuts and speed up healing. This proven combo kills germs, reduces inflammation, and protects wounds without harsh chemicals.
Digoxin, commonly used for heart failure and atrial fibrillation, can raise blood sugar levels by reducing insulin release and increasing liver glucose production. People with diabetes or prediabetes need close monitoring.
Prasugrel is a powerful blood thinner for heart attack patients, but it's not always the best choice. Learn how it compares to clopidogrel and ticagrelor-what works, what's safer, and who should avoid it.
Vortioxetine often causes nausea at first, but it usually fades within two weeks. Learn how dose timing, food, ginger, and other strategies can help you stay on track with treatment.
