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Alcohol and Diabetes: Safe Drinking Guidelines and Hypoglycemia Risks
Iain French 8 January 2026 10 Comments

Alcohol and Diabetes: Safe Drinking Guidelines and Hypoglycemia Risks

Alcohol can cause dangerous drops in blood sugar for people with diabetes, especially when combined with insulin or certain medications. Learn safe drinking limits, which drinks are safest, how to prevent hypoglycemia, and what to avoid to stay protected.

How to Communicate Past Drug Reactions Before Surgery
Iain French 7 January 2026 9 Comments

How to Communicate Past Drug Reactions Before Surgery

Learn how to clearly communicate past drug reactions before surgery to prevent dangerous complications. From documenting symptoms to knowing who to tell and when, this guide gives you the exact steps to stay safe.

Never Use Household Spoons for Children’s Medicine Dosing: A Safety Guide
Iain French 5 January 2026 9 Comments

Never Use Household Spoons for Children’s Medicine Dosing: A Safety Guide

Never use kitchen spoons to give children medicine. Even small dosing errors can be dangerous. Learn why milliliters and oral syringes are the only safe way to measure pediatric medication.

Theophylline Clearance: How Common Medications Can Trigger Dangerous Toxicity
Iain French 4 January 2026 12 Comments

Theophylline Clearance: How Common Medications Can Trigger Dangerous Toxicity

Theophylline has a narrow therapeutic range and is easily affected by common medications like cimetidine, fluvoxamine, and allopurinol. Even small changes in metabolism can lead to life-threatening toxicity. Learn which drugs reduce clearance and how to prevent dangerous interactions.

How to Manage Postpartum Pain Medications While Breastfeeding Safely
Iain French 3 January 2026 8 Comments

How to Manage Postpartum Pain Medications While Breastfeeding Safely

Learn which postpartum pain medications are safe while breastfeeding and which ones to avoid. Get clear, science-backed advice on ibuprofen, acetaminophen, opioids, and timing your doses to protect your baby.

Acarbose and Miglitol: How to Manage Flatulence and GI Side Effects
Iain French 2 January 2026 0 Comments

Acarbose and Miglitol: How to Manage Flatulence and GI Side Effects

Learn how to reduce flatulence and GI side effects from acarbose and miglitol with practical tips on dosing, diet, probiotics, and over-the-counter remedies. Many patients find relief within weeks by adjusting their approach.

Sensorineural Hearing Loss: What Causes Inner Ear Damage and Permanent Deafness
Iain French 1 January 2026 14 Comments

Sensorineural Hearing Loss: What Causes Inner Ear Damage and Permanent Deafness

Sensorineural hearing loss is permanent inner ear damage caused by hair cell destruction. Learn what causes it, how it's diagnosed, and why hearing aids or cochlear implants are the only effective solutions.