MyDrHank: Your Essential Pharmaceuticals Guide - Page 4
Dexamethasone vs Prednisone: Which Steroid Is Stronger and Safer?
Dexamethasone and prednisone are both corticosteroids used for inflammation and immune suppression, but dexamethasone is 5-10 times more potent and lasts longer. Learn which is better for acute vs. chronic conditions and how side effects differ.
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Vertigo and Dizziness: What’s Really Going On in Your Inner Ear and How Vestibular Therapy Helps
Vertigo isn't just dizziness - it's often caused by inner ear problems like BPPV, Meniere's, or vestibular neuritis. Learn how vestibular therapy and targeted treatments can restore balance without relying on medication.
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How Multiple Generic Drug Manufacturers Drive Down Prices
Multiple generic manufacturers drive down drug prices through competition, with prices falling over 70% when four or more companies produce the same drug. Learn how this system works, where it fails, and how to save money on prescriptions.
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Fertility Preservation Options Before Chemotherapy: What You Need to Know
Learn the proven options for preserving fertility before chemotherapy, including egg freezing, sperm banking, and ovarian tissue cryopreservation. Understand success rates, timing, and access barriers to protect your future family plans.
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Cataracts: Understanding Age-Related Lens Clouding and Modern Surgical Treatment
Cataracts are a common age-related condition that clouds the eye's natural lens, causing blurry vision. Modern cataract surgery safely removes the cloudy lens and replaces it with an artificial one, restoring clear vision in most patients within days.
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Best Digital Tools for Patient Education: Apps and E-Learning Platforms in 2025
Discover the best digital tools and e-learning platforms for patient education in 2025. Learn how apps like MyTherapy, HealthLinc, and Snorkl help patients understand conditions, take meds correctly, and improve outcomes.
Continue ReadingMail-Order Pharmacy Safety: Temperature, Timing, and Tracking
Mail-order pharmacies offer convenience and savings, but safety hinges on temperature control, timely delivery, and real-time tracking. Learn how to protect yourself from degraded meds, delays, and theft.
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Morning Coffee and Levothyroxine: How to Space Doses for Better Absorption
Drinking coffee too soon after taking levothyroxine can cut absorption by up to 57%. Learn how to space your doses, why timing matters, and what alternatives like liquid formulations can do for your thyroid health.
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Canagliflozin and Amputation Risk: What You Need to Know Today
Canagliflozin carries a known risk of lower-limb amputation, especially in patients with foot problems or poor circulation. Learn who's at risk, how to prevent it, and what safer alternatives exist.
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Medication Errors with Generics: How Look-Alike and Sound-Alike Names Put Patients at Risk
Look-alike and sound-alike generic drugs cause thousands of preventable medication errors each year. Learn how similar names and packaging put patients at risk-and what’s being done to stop it.
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