Herpes simplex virus affects billions worldwide. Learn the differences between HSV-1 and HSV-2, what outbreaks look like, how antiviral therapy works, and how to reduce transmission and manage symptoms effectively.
Chronic pain lasts beyond healing and affects millions. Learn science-backed, non-opioid strategies like exercise, CBT, and multidisciplinary rehab to manage pain and reclaim daily life.
Grapefruit can dangerously increase levels of warfarin and certain SSRIs by blocking CYP450 enzymes. Learn which medications are at risk, why timing doesn't help, and what to do instead.
Calcium channel blockers are widely used for high blood pressure and heart conditions, but their safety depends heavily on how your body metabolizes them. Learn which ones are safest, which drugs and foods to avoid, and how to prevent dangerous interactions.
Secondary patents let pharmaceutical companies extend market exclusivity by patenting minor changes to existing drugs, delaying generic competition and keeping prices high. Learn how these patents work, who benefits, and why they’re under growing scrutiny.
Pharmacists play a vital role in biosimilar adoption by counseling patients, ensuring safe substitution, and overcoming prescriber resistance. Unlike generics, biosimilars require specialized knowledge and careful communication to build trust and improve access to affordable biologic treatments.
DBT skills offer practical, evidence-based tools to manage intense emotions, reduce self-harm, and navigate crises for people with Borderline Personality Disorder. Learn how mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal skills create real change.
Learn how to safely transfer prescriptions while ensuring label accuracy to prevent deadly medication errors. Understand DEA rules, labeling standards, and best practices for pharmacists and patients in 2025.
Most people who quit statins due to muscle pain can actually tolerate them with dose adjustments or switching to a different statin. Learn proven strategies to manage side effects and stay on life-saving treatment.
Stimulants for ADHD can improve focus but carry a small risk of cardiac arrhythmias. Learn who’s at risk, how to assess heart health, and what non-stimulant alternatives actually work.
