Author: Keaton Groves - Page 2
Antibiotic Stewardship at Home: How to Finish Your Course and Dispose of Leftovers Safely
Learn how to safely complete antibiotic courses and dispose of leftovers at home to prevent resistance and protect your family's health. Practical steps for caregivers and patients.
Meningitis: Types, Symptoms, and How Vaccines Prevent It
Learn the key types of meningitis, recognize the real symptoms, and understand how vaccines prevent this life-threatening infection. Get up-to-date guidance on who needs shots and when to seek emergency care.
Pharmacist Counseling Scripts: Training Materials for Generic Patient Talks
Pharmacist counseling scripts ensure patients understand how to take their medications safely. Learn the core 3-question framework, legal requirements under OBRA '90, teach-back methods, and how to adapt scripts for real-world patient needs.
How to Safely Dispose of Sharps and Needles from Injected Medications
Learn how to safely dispose of needles and sharps from injected medications using FDA-approved containers, where to drop them off, what to avoid, and how to protect your family and community from injury and infection.
Nail Disorders: How to Tell Fungal Infections Apart from Psoriatic Changes
Learn how to tell the difference between fungal nail infections and nail psoriasis-two conditions that look alike but need totally different treatments. Discover key signs, diagnostic tests, and what actually works.
How to Handle Partial Fills and Back-Orders Without Errors in Retail and Pharmacy Operations
Learn how to manage partial fills and back-orders in pharmacy operations without causing dispensing errors. Get practical steps on inventory tracking, billing rules, staff training, and automation to protect patient safety and compliance.
Tamoxifen and SSRIs: What You Need to Know About Drug Interactions and Breast Cancer Outcomes
Tamoxifen needs to be converted into endoxifen to fight breast cancer. Some SSRIs can block this process, but the real-world impact on survival is unclear. Learn which antidepressants are safest and what current guidelines actually recommend.
Pregnancy and ACE Inhibitors or ARBs: Fetal Risk and Safe Alternatives
ACE inhibitors and ARBs are dangerous during pregnancy and can cause fetal kidney damage, low amniotic fluid, and death. Safe alternatives like labetalol and methyldopa exist. Stop these drugs immediately if pregnant or planning pregnancy.
Azathioprine and Massage Therapy: Managing Stress and Tension While on Immunosuppressant Treatment
Learn how massage therapy can help relieve stress and muscle tension while taking azathioprine, including safety tips, alternatives, and real patient experiences.
The Future of Albuterol: New Developments and Innovations in Asthma Treatment
Albuterol is evolving with smarter inhalers, propellant-free delivery, and extended-release formulas that reduce side effects and improve asthma control. Discover the latest innovations making rescue medication safer and more effective in 2025.
Constipation During Pregnancy: Causes, Prevention, and Safe Treatments
Constipation during pregnancy is common but manageable. Learn the causes, safe treatments like fiber and Miralax, and what to avoid. Simple diet and lifestyle changes can make a big difference.
Can Bromhexine Help Prevent Respiratory Infections? What the Evidence Says
Bromhexine doesn't prevent colds, but it helps stop them from turning into serious respiratory infections by thinning mucus and improving clearance. Evidence shows it reduces complications in high-risk groups.