MyDrHank: Your Essential Pharmaceuticals Guide - Page 3
Medication Errors vs Drug Side Effects: How to Tell Them Apart and Why It Matters
Learn how to tell the difference between medication errors and drug side effects-why confusing them can be dangerous, how to identify each, and what you can do to stay safe.
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Acute Interstitial Nephritis from Medications: Signs, Causes, and What to Do
Drug-induced acute interstitial nephritis is a serious but often missed cause of kidney damage. Learn the signs, common culprits like PPIs and antibiotics, and what to do before permanent injury occurs.
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Medication Safety at Night: How to Avoid Mistakes When You're Tired
Nighttime medication errors are far more common than most realize. Learn how fatigue, sleep deprivation, and certain medications increase risks-and what you can do right now to stay safe.
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Heart-Healthy Cooking: Choose the Right Oils and Read Labels Like a Pro
Learn which oils and fats truly support heart health, how to read nutrition labels to avoid hidden saturated and trans fats, and which cooking methods keep your heart protected. Practical, science-backed tips for everyday cooking.
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Hormone Replacement Therapy: Benefits, Risks, and Monitoring
Hormone Replacement Therapy can relieve menopause symptoms and protect bone health-but only if started early and chosen wisely. Learn the real benefits, risks, and how to monitor your treatment safely.
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SGLT2 Inhibitor Side Effects: Dehydration, Dizziness, and Blood Pressure Changes Explained
SGLT2 inhibitors help lower blood sugar and protect the heart and kidneys, but they can cause dehydration, dizziness, and low blood pressure. Learn how these side effects happen, who’s at risk, and how to manage them safely.
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How Plaque Psoriasis Affects Your Career and Professional Life
Plaque psoriasis doesn't just affect your skin-it can shape your career, confidence, and workplace experiences. Learn how this chronic condition impacts professional life and what you can do to protect your rights and thrive.
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How to Create a Travel Sickness Survival Kit: Essential Items for Motion Sickness Relief
Build a travel sickness survival kit with proven remedies like ginger, acupressure bands, and non-drowsy meds. Learn what to pack, what to avoid, and how to use it when you feel sick on the road, air, or sea.
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St. John’s Wort and SSRIs: The Hidden Danger of Serotonin Syndrome
Mixing St. John’s Wort with SSRIs can cause serotonin syndrome-a dangerous, sometimes fatal condition. Learn why this herbal supplement isn't safe with antidepressants and what to do instead.
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Trimethoprim and Hyperkalemia: What You Need to Know About Potassium Risks
Trimethoprim, found in Bactrim and Septra, can cause dangerous spikes in potassium levels, especially in older adults and those on blood pressure meds. Learn who's at risk, how to prevent it, and what to do if your potassium rises.
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