Author: Caspian Whitlock - Page 2
Statin Intolerance Clinics: How Structured Protocols Help Patients Tolerate Cholesterol Medication
Statin intolerance clinics use structured protocols to help patients who experience muscle side effects from cholesterol-lowering drugs. Learn how rechallenge, switching statins, and non-statin options restore therapy safely and effectively.
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Subclinical Hypothyroidism: When to Treat Elevated TSH
Subclinical hypothyroidism means elevated TSH with normal thyroid hormones. Should you take levothyroxine? The answer depends on your age, antibodies, symptoms, and TSH trend - not just a single lab number.
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ACE Inhibitors with Spironolactone: What You Need to Know About Hyperkalemia Risk
Combining ACE inhibitors with spironolactone reduces heart failure deaths by 30% but raises hyperkalemia risk. Learn who’s most at risk, how to monitor potassium safely, and when to adjust - not stop - the medication.
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Citalopram and Escitalopram: QT Prolongation Risks and Safe Dose Limits
Citalopram and escitalopram are effective antidepressants but carry QT prolongation risks. Learn the safe dose limits, who’s at risk, and how to compare them with other SSRIs for heart safety.
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Citalopram and Escitalopram: QT Prolongation Risks and Safe Dose Limits
Citalopram and escitalopram are effective antidepressants but carry QT prolongation risks. Learn the safe dose limits, who's at risk, how they compare to other SSRIs, and what monitoring you need to stay safe.
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OTC Nasal Sprays: How to Avoid Rebound Congestion and Use Them Safely
OTC nasal sprays give quick relief but can cause worse congestion if used too long. Learn how rebound congestion works, why it happens, and how to safely quit without the crash.
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Meniere’s Diet: How Sodium Restriction and Fluid Balance Reduce Vertigo and Hearing Loss
Learn how reducing sodium to 1,500-2,000 mg daily and drinking the right amount of water can significantly reduce vertigo, hearing loss, and tinnitus in Meniere’s disease - without drugs or surgery.
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Informed Decision-Making: Choosing Between Generic and Brand Medications
Learn how to choose between generic and brand medications with clear facts, real-world examples, and expert guidance. Discover when generics are safe, when to be cautious, and how to save money without risking your health.
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Cannabinoids and Pain: What the Science Says About Evidence, Dosing, and Safety
Cannabinoids may help with certain types of chronic pain, especially neuropathic pain, but CBD alone lacks strong evidence. THC-containing products show more consistent results, though safety and dosing vary widely. Learn what works, what doesn't, and how to use them safely.
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Sulfonamide Allergies and Cross-Reactivity: What You Really Need to Avoid
Most people with a sulfa allergy don't need to avoid common medications like hydrochlorothiazide or celecoxib. Learn the real risks, what to avoid, and how to get your label corrected.
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