PharmaPassport.com: Your Guide to Medications and Health - Page 2
Do Doctors Know How Much Medications Cost? The Hidden Gap in Prescribing Decisions
Dec, 25 2025Health and WellnessCaspian Lockhart
Most doctors don't know how much medications cost - and it's leading to overprescribing, higher patient bills, and worse health outcomes. Here's why and what's being done.
Duloxetine and Liver Health: What You Need to Know About Hepatotoxicity Risk
Dec, 24 2025Pharmacy and DrugsCaspian Lockhart
Duloxetine can cause rare but serious liver damage. Learn who's at risk, what symptoms to watch for, and how to monitor liver enzymes safely while taking this common antidepressant.
Valproate and Lamotrigine: How to Reduce Rash Risk with Proper Dosing
Dec, 23 2025Pharmacy and DrugsCaspian Lockhart
Valproate and lamotrigine together can cause life-threatening rashes-but only if dosed incorrectly. Learn the exact starting dose, titration schedule, and warning signs that prevent serious skin reactions.
CBT for Chronic Pain: How Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy Helps You Manage Persistent Pain
Dec, 22 2025Health and WellnessCaspian Lockhart
CBT for chronic pain helps you manage persistent pain by changing how your brain responds to it. Learn how this evidence-based therapy improves function, reduces opioid use, and gives you back control-without drugs.
How to Use Pill Packs and Blister Packaging for Seniors
Dec, 21 2025Health and WellnessCaspian Lockhart
Blister packs and pill packs help seniors manage multiple medications safely by reducing errors, improving adherence, and offering clear visual tracking. Learn how they work, which type is best for your needs, and how to get started.
Extended-Release vs. Immediate-Release Medications: When Timing Matters for Safety and Effectiveness
Dec, 20 2025Pharmacy and DrugsCaspian Lockhart
Extended-release and immediate-release medications work differently, affecting safety, timing, and side effects. Know when each is right-and why tampering with ER pills can be dangerous.
Evergreening: How Pharma Brands Stretch Patents to Block Generic Drugs
Dec, 19 2025Pharmacy and DrugsCaspian Lockhart
Evergreening lets drug companies extend patents on old medications with minor changes, blocking cheaper generics and keeping prices high. Learn how it works, who it hurts, and what’s being done to stop it.
Antihistamines in Pregnancy: What’s Safe and What to Avoid
Dec, 18 2025Health and WellnessCaspian Lockhart
Learn which antihistamines are safe during pregnancy and which to avoid. Get clear, evidence-based guidance on loratadine, cetirizine, chlorpheniramine, and more for managing allergies without risking your baby's health.
How to Share a Complete Medication List to Prevent Dangerous Drug Interactions
Dec, 17 2025Health and WellnessCaspian Lockhart
Sharing a complete medication list with your healthcare providers can prevent dangerous drug interactions. Learn what to include, how to keep it updated, and the best ways to share it to stay safe.
Herbal Supplements That Interact with Common Prescription Drugs
Dec, 16 2025Health and WellnessCaspian Lockhart
Many herbal supplements interact dangerously with common prescription drugs like blood thinners, antidepressants, and heart medications. Learn which ones are risky, how they affect your body, and how to stay safe.
