Archive: 2026/01 - Page 2

Hemodialysis vs. Peritoneal Dialysis: What You Need to Know About Kidney Replacement Therapies

Hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis both treat kidney failure, but they work very differently. One happens in a clinic, the other at home. Learn which might be right for you based on lifestyle, health, and long-term outcomes.

How to Prevent Wrong-Dose Errors with Liquid Medications: A Practical Guide for Caregivers and Clinicians

Wrong-dose errors with liquid medications are a leading cause of preventable harm. Learn how oral syringes, mL-only labeling, and ENFit connectors can stop these errors at home and in clinics.

Opioids and Low Testosterone: Symptoms and How to Treat It

Long-term opioid use can suppress testosterone, causing fatigue, low libido, and muscle loss. Learn the symptoms, how to test for it, and safe treatment options including testosterone therapy and lifestyle changes.

How to Discuss Pregnancy and Breastfeeding Plans for Medication Safety

Learn how to have clear, evidence-based conversations with your provider about medications during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Get practical questions to ask, tools to use, and what to avoid to protect both your health and your baby’s.

How to Read Expiration Dates on Medication Packaging Correctly

Learn how to read expiration dates on medication packaging, understand what they really mean, and avoid dangerous mistakes with expired pills, liquids, and prescriptions. Know which drugs are risky and how to store them safely.

Dechallenge and Rechallenge in Drug Side Effects: What These Tests Mean

Dechallenge and rechallenge are key methods used to confirm if a drug is causing side effects. Stopping the drug to see if symptoms improve is dechallenge; restarting it to see if the reaction returns is rechallenge. These steps help doctors and regulators determine true drug-caused reactions.

Menopause and Hormone Therapy: What You Need to Know About Benefits and Risks

Hormone therapy for menopause can dramatically reduce hot flashes and protect bone health-but only if used correctly. Learn who benefits most, which forms are safest, and when to avoid it.