Archive: 2025/12

Learn how to spot fake medicines by checking packaging, pills, and where you buy them. Your vigilance can prevent serious harm - and save lives.

Learn how to talk to your pharmacist about supplements and food interactions to avoid dangerous drug conflicts. Discover high-risk supplements, key food warnings, and what your meds might be stealing from your body.

Learn how to talk openly with your doctor about taking your medications as prescribed. Discover proven communication strategies, common barriers, and what to say to improve adherence and protect your health.

Opioid use during pregnancy requires careful medical management. Medication-assisted treatment with methadone or buprenorphine is the safest option, reducing risks to both mother and baby. Neonatal withdrawal is common but treatable.

SSRIs help older adults with depression but raise the risk of hyponatremia and falls. Learn how to spot the signs, choose safer antidepressants, and prevent serious complications.

Counterfeit generics are fake medications that look real but contain no active ingredients or dangerous substitutes. Learn how to spot them, where to buy safely, and what to do if you think you’ve been sold a fake drug.