Heatwaves increase overdose risk by dehydrating the body, intensifying drug effects, and reducing respiratory function. Learn practical harm reduction steps, how communities are responding, and what to do if someone overdoses during extreme heat.
Heatwaves increase overdose risk by dehydrating the body, intensifying drug effects, and reducing respiratory function. Learn practical harm reduction steps, how communities are responding, and what to do if someone overdoses during extreme heat.
Montelukast is a daily oral medication that blocks leukotrienes to prevent asthma and allergy symptoms. It's not a rescue drug, but helps those who can't use inhalers or have both asthma and nasal allergies. Learn how it works, who benefits, and what to watch for.
Lab monitoring calendars help prevent dangerous side effects from medications like clozapine, lithium, and warfarin by tracking blood tests and symptoms on a schedule. Missing tests can lead to serious health risks-here’s how to stay on track.
Learn how INR monitoring keeps you safe on warfarin, what your target range should be, and how home testing compares to lab visits. Understand the risks of high and low INR levels and how to manage them.
Cutaneous lupus causes severe skin reactions to sunlight and artificial UV. Learn how UV triggers flares, the real difference between lupus rashes and PMLE, and the proven treatments-from sunscreen to new drugs-that actually work.
Serotonin syndrome is a life-threatening reaction caused by too much serotonin from medication interactions. Learn the warning signs, common drug triggers, and what to do in an emergency to save a life.
Sedatives like alcohol, benzodiazepines, and opioids can dangerously slow breathing at high altitude, increasing the risk of severe altitude sickness. Learn which sleep aids are safe and what to avoid.
Dong Quai can dangerously increase the blood-thinning effect of warfarin, raising the risk of serious bleeding. Learn why this herbal supplement is not safe to use with anticoagulants and what to do instead.
Compare Myambutol (ethambutol) with other tuberculosis drugs like levofloxacin, linezolid, and first-line alternatives. Learn when to use each, side effects, costs, and real-world treatment choices.
Cefaclor is a second-generation antibiotic used for ear, sinus, and throat infections. Compare it with amoxicillin, cephalexin, and azithromycin to understand which is best for your condition, side effects, and resistance patterns.