Author: Alan Burity Vitulo - Page 2
How to Use Dosing Syringes and Oral Dispensers for Kids’ Medicines Accurately and Safely
Learn how to safely and accurately give liquid medicine to kids using dosing syringes. Avoid common mistakes, choose the right syringe size, and prevent dangerous dosing errors with expert-backed techniques.
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Medication Safety for People with Low Vision or Hearing Loss: Practical Steps to Prevent Errors
People with low vision or hearing loss face dangerous risks when managing medications. Learn practical, proven strategies to prevent errors, from simple labeling tricks to tech tools-and what pharmacies must change.
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IBS Diet Guide: FODMAP, Low-Residue, and Elimination Plans Explained
Learn how the low-FODMAP, low-residue, and elimination diets work for IBS. Discover which one actually works, who it helps, and how to do it right without unnecessary restrictions.
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International Counterfeit Drugs: The Hidden Dangers of Ordering Medication from Abroad
Ordering medicine from abroad might save money, but counterfeit drugs pose serious health risks-including poisoning, treatment failure, and death. Learn how to spot fake pills and stay safe.
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IVIVC and Waivers: How In Vitro Methods Are Replacing In Vivo Bioequivalence Testing
IVIVC lets pharmaceutical companies predict how a drug behaves in the body using lab-based dissolution tests, replacing costly and time-consuming human trials. When done right, it saves millions and speeds up generic drug approval.
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Vitamin D and Thiazide Diuretics: How Their Combination Can Raise Calcium Levels
Combining vitamin D supplements with thiazide diuretics can dangerously raise blood calcium levels, leading to hypercalcemia. Learn who's at risk, what doses are safe, and how to avoid hospitalization.
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Computer Vision Syndrome: Simple Ways to Prevent Digital Eye Strain
Computer Vision Syndrome causes eye strain, dry eyes, and headaches from prolonged screen use. Learn simple, science-backed ways to prevent it - including the 20-20-20 rule, proper screen positioning, and eye drops - without expensive gadgets.
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Coronary Calcium Score: What CT Scans Reveal About Plaque Buildup in Your Arteries
A coronary calcium score uses a quick CT scan to detect plaque buildup in heart arteries before symptoms appear. It's the most accurate way to assess heart attack risk for intermediate-risk adults.
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How to Check for Drug Interactions Before Starting New Medications: A Step-by-Step Guide
Learn how to prevent dangerous drug interactions before starting new medications with practical steps, free tools, and expert-backed advice. Protect your health with a complete medication list and smart questions to ask your doctor.
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Seizure Medications and Pregnancy: Risks of Birth Defects and Drug Interactions
Certain seizure medications carry serious risks during pregnancy, including birth defects and developmental issues. Learn which drugs are safest, how they interact with birth control, and what steps to take before conceiving.
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