PharmaPassport.com: Your Guide to Medications and Health - Page 2
Valerian and Sedating Medications: What You Need to Know About Additive CNS Depression
Jan, 22 2026Health and WellnessCaspian Lockhart
Valerian may seem like a safe natural sleep aid, but combining it with sedating medications like Xanax, alcohol, or Ambien can cause dangerous CNS depression. Learn the real risks and what to do instead.
Cognitive Biases: How Your Beliefs Shape What You Say and Think
Jan, 21 2026Health and WellnessCaspian Lockhart
Cognitive biases are unconscious mental shortcuts that distort how we process information, leading to flawed decisions. From confirmation bias to self-serving thinking, these patterns shape everything from healthcare diagnoses to financial choices-and they’re more powerful than most people realize.
How Generic Drugs Are Made: The Full Manufacturing Process Explained
Jan, 19 2026Pharmacy and DrugsCaspian Lockhart
Generic drugs save billions in healthcare costs and make up 90% of U.S. prescriptions. Learn how they're made, tested, and approved by the FDA to match brand-name drugs - without cutting corners.
Tirzepatide for Weight Loss: How Dual Incretin Therapy Works and What to Expect
Jan, 18 2026Health and WellnessCaspian Lockhart
Tirzepatide (Zepbound) is the first dual incretin therapy approved for weight loss, targeting both GLP-1 and GIP receptors to deliver up to 22.4% body weight loss. Learn how it works, what to expect, and how it compares to other weight-loss drugs.
Energy Drinks and Stimulant Medications: Blood Pressure and Heart Risks
Jan, 17 2026Health and WellnessCaspian Lockhart
Energy drinks and stimulant medications like Adderall and Ritalin can dangerously raise blood pressure and heart rate, increasing the risk of heart attack, arrhythmias, and stroke-especially when used together. Learn the real risks and what to do instead.
CYP450 Interactions: How Grapefruit Affects Warfarin and SSRIs
Jan, 16 2026Pharmacy and DrugsCaspian Lockhart
Grapefruit can dangerously interfere with warfarin and certain SSRIs by blocking CYP450 enzymes that break down these drugs. Learn which medications are at risk, why timing doesn't help, and what to do instead.
Antidepressants and Birth Control: What You Need to Know About Interactions
Jan, 15 2026Health and WellnessCaspian Lockhart
Antidepressants and birth control can be safely used together for most women, but risks exist with certain medications. Learn which antidepressants interfere with birth control, how to spot side effects, and what alternatives to consider.
Using Food Diaries on Warfarin: Track Vitamin K for Safer Blood Thinning
Jan, 14 2026Health and WellnessCaspian Lockhart
Track vitamin K intake with a food diary to keep your INR stable on warfarin. Learn which foods affect blood thinning, how to use digital tools, and why consistency beats avoidance.
GLP-1 Agonists for Weight Loss: Real Benefits and Common Side Effects
Jan, 13 2026Pharmacy and DrugsCaspian Lockhart
GLP-1 agonists like Wegovy and Zepbound help people lose up to 20% of body weight, but come with side effects like nausea and high costs. Learn how they work, who benefits most, and what to expect before starting.
TNF Inhibitors and Cancer Risk: What You Need to Know About Biologics and Immunosuppression
Jan, 12 2026Health and WellnessCaspian Lockhart
TNF inhibitors like Humira and Enbrel help control autoimmune diseases but raise questions about cancer risk. Learn what the real data says, who’s most at risk, and how to stay safe while using these powerful biologics.
