Proactiv Medication Hub - Page 2
Understanding the Side Effects of Simethicone: What to Watch Out For
Simethicone is safe for most people, but it's not risk-free. Learn the rare but real side effects, who should avoid it, and when to see a doctor instead of just popping another pill.
MoreRecent Drug Safety Communications and Medication Recalls: What You Need to Know in 2025
In 2025, the FDA issued major drug safety alerts on opioids, ADHD meds, Alzheimer's treatments, and vaccines. Learn what changed, what you need to know, and how to stay safe with your prescriptions.
MoreMetformin Side Effects: What You Need to Know About GI Issues and Lactic Acidosis
Metformin is the most common diabetes medication, but GI side effects and lactic acidosis risk cause concern. Learn the real risks, how to manage side effects, and who should avoid it.
MoreAuthorized Generics: How Brand Drugmakers Respond to Patent Expiration
Authorized generics let brand drugmakers stay competitive after patent expiration by selling identical drugs under a generic label. They lower prices, reduce patient risk, and confuse consumers-here's how they work.
MoreHow to Update Your Allergy List Across All Healthcare Providers
Learn how to fix your outdated allergy list across all healthcare providers to avoid dangerous drug reactions. Step-by-step guide to verify, update, and share your true allergy history.
MoreEating Disorders: Anorexia, Bulimia, and Evidence-Based Care
Anorexia and bulimia are life-threatening mental illnesses with high mortality rates. Evidence-based treatments like Family-Based Treatment and CBT-E offer real hope - but access remains limited. Learn what works, why people don’t get help, and how to act.
MoreColor Blindness: Understanding Red-Green Defects and How They’re Passed Down
Red-green color blindness affects 8% of men and 0.5% of women due to X-linked genetic inheritance. Learn how it works, why it's more common in men, and how to adapt - not just live with it.
MoreEphedrine and MAO Inhibitors: Why This Drug Combo Can Kill You
Combining ephedrine with MAO inhibitors can cause a life-threatening hypertensive crisis. Learn why this interaction is deadly, how to avoid it, and what to do if it happens.
MoreHow to Prevent Non-Adherence to Medication During Life Transitions and Stress
Learn how to keep taking your medication during life changes like moving, job shifts, or divorce. Evidence-based strategies to prevent non-adherence when stress hits hardest.
MoreCaffeine and Medication Safety: What You Need to Know About Dangerous Interactions
Caffeine can interfere with medications like warfarin, levothyroxine, and antidepressants, reducing effectiveness or increasing side effects. Learn which drugs are risky, how to avoid dangerous interactions, and what real patients are experiencing.
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