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Medication Guide Distribution Requirements for Pharmacists and Providers

Medication Guide Distribution Requirements for Pharmacists and Providers

Learn the exact FDA rules for distributing Medication Guides as a pharmacist or provider. Know when you must hand them out, what settings apply, and how to avoid compliance errors that put patients at risk.

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Nasal Decongestants and Blood Pressure Medications: What You Need to Know for Safe Use

Nasal Decongestants and Blood Pressure Medications: What You Need to Know for Safe Use

Nasal decongestants can dangerously raise blood pressure when taken with hypertension meds. Learn which ingredients to avoid, safe alternatives, and how to read labels to protect your heart.

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Eczema vs. Psoriasis: How to Tell the Difference by Rash Appearance

Eczema vs. Psoriasis: How to Tell the Difference by Rash Appearance

Learn how to tell eczema and psoriasis apart by their rash appearance - location, texture, scaling, and how they look on different skin tones. Key differences that help avoid misdiagnosis.

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Gene Therapy and Drug Interactions: Unique Safety Challenges

Gene Therapy and Drug Interactions: Unique Safety Challenges

Gene therapy offers permanent fixes for genetic diseases but brings unique drug interaction risks that can emerge years later. Learn how viral vectors, immune responses, and off-target effects can alter how your body handles medications.

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GERD Management: Diet, Lifestyle, and Acid Reflux Medications

GERD Management: Diet, Lifestyle, and Acid Reflux Medications

GERD management starts with diet and lifestyle changes, followed by medications like PPIs and newer options like vonoprazan. Surgery may be needed for persistent cases. Learn what triggers reflux and how to control it effectively.

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Medications That Cause Palpitations and Rapid Heartbeat: What to Watch For and How to Stay Safe

Medications That Cause Palpitations and Rapid Heartbeat: What to Watch For and How to Stay Safe

Many medications can cause palpitations and rapid heartbeat, from antibiotics to decongestants. Learn which drugs are risky, how doctors evaluate the problem, and what steps you can take to stay safe.

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