Author: Harriet Calvington

Understanding Adverse Event Rates: Percentages and Relative Risk in Clinical Trials

Understanding Adverse Event Rates: Percentages and Relative Risk in Clinical Trials

Learn how adverse event rates in clinical trials are calculated using percentages, patient-years, and exposure-adjusted methods. Understand why the FDA now requires more accurate risk measures like EAIR and how relative risk impacts drug safety decisions.

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Pediatric Safety: What Parents and Doctors Need to Know About Generic Drugs for Children

Pediatric Safety: What Parents and Doctors Need to Know About Generic Drugs for Children

Generic drugs for children may save money, but they come with hidden risks. Learn why inactive ingredients, wrong concentrations, and off-label use can be dangerous-and what every parent and provider must do to keep kids safe.

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Setting Up Medication Reminders and Alarms That Work: A Practical Guide for Better Adherence

Setting Up Medication Reminders and Alarms That Work: A Practical Guide for Better Adherence

Learn how to set up medication reminders and alarms that actually work-cutting missed doses, avoiding alarm fatigue, and building habits that last. No fluff. Just proven steps for better adherence.

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How to Coordinate Medication Plans after Hospital Discharge: A Step-by-Step Guide for Patients and Providers

How to Coordinate Medication Plans after Hospital Discharge: A Step-by-Step Guide for Patients and Providers

Learn how to prevent dangerous medication errors after hospital discharge by coordinating your meds with your doctor, pharmacist, and family. A practical guide based on national safety standards and real-world data.

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Sarcopenia in COPD: How Nutrition and Resistance Training Can Improve Strength and Survival

Sarcopenia in COPD: How Nutrition and Resistance Training Can Improve Strength and Survival

Sarcopenia in COPD worsens survival and mobility, but targeted nutrition and safe resistance training can rebuild muscle, reduce hospitalizations, and extend life. Learn how to start today.

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Type 2 Diabetes: Symptoms, Causes, and How to Manage It

Type 2 Diabetes: Symptoms, Causes, and How to Manage It

Type 2 diabetes is a manageable condition caused by insulin resistance and lifestyle factors. Learn the real symptoms, root causes, and proven strategies to control blood sugar, prevent complications, and even achieve remission through diet, movement, and smart medical care.

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Deficiency Letters in Generic Drug Applications: Top FDA Findings and How to Avoid Them

Deficiency Letters in Generic Drug Applications: Top FDA Findings and How to Avoid Them

Learn the top FDA deficiency letter findings for generic drug applications, why they happen, and how to avoid costly delays in approval. Essential reading for generic drug developers.

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Antihistamines and Blood Pressure: What You Need to Know

Antihistamines and Blood Pressure: What You Need to Know

Not all antihistamines affect blood pressure the same way. Learn which ones are safe for high blood pressure, which to avoid, and how to monitor your readings to stay protected.

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Antihistamines and Blood Pressure: What You Need to Know

Antihistamines and Blood Pressure: What You Need to Know

Antihistamines can affect blood pressure depending on the type. Second-generation options like loratadine and cetirizine are safe for most people with hypertension. Avoid decongestant combos like Claritin-D, which can raise pressure. Monitor your numbers if you're at risk.

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Triptans and SSRIs: The Truth Behind the Serotonin Syndrome Myth

Triptans and SSRIs: The Truth Behind the Serotonin Syndrome Myth

Despite a 2006 FDA warning, combining triptans and SSRIs does not significantly increase the risk of serotonin syndrome. Evidence from large studies and expert consensus confirms the combination is safe for migraine patients on antidepressants.

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Liver Cancer Risk After SVR: Why Surveillance Still Matters

Liver Cancer Risk After SVR: Why Surveillance Still Matters

Even after curing hepatitis C, liver cancer risk remains for those with prior fibrosis or cirrhosis. Learn why ongoing surveillance is critical, how risk is measured, and what guidelines say - and why so many patients stop screening too soon.

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Malignant Hyperthermia and Anesthesia: What You Need to Know About This Life-Threatening Reaction

Malignant Hyperthermia and Anesthesia: What You Need to Know About This Life-Threatening Reaction

Malignant hyperthermia is a rare but deadly reaction to certain anesthesia drugs, triggered by genetic mutations. Early recognition and immediate dantrolene administration can save lives. Learn the signs, risks, and what hospitals must do to prevent fatalities.

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