Author: Jean Surkouf Ariza Varela

Dermatitis Herpetiformis: Practical Tips for Managing Flare-Ups
November 18, 2025 Jean Surkouf Ariza Varela

Dermatitis Herpetiformis: Practical Tips for Managing Flare-Ups

Dermatitis herpetiformis is a chronic skin condition caused by gluten intolerance. Learn how a strict gluten-free diet, medication like dapsone, and lifestyle changes can control painful flare-ups and restore your skin.

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Aspirin Therapy for Heart Disease Prevention: Who Really Needs It in 2025?
November 17, 2025 Jean Surkouf Ariza Varela

Aspirin Therapy for Heart Disease Prevention: Who Really Needs It in 2025?

Aspirin is no longer recommended for most people to prevent heart disease. Learn who still benefits from daily aspirin therapy in 2025 based on the latest guidelines, risks, and science.

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How to Handle Missed Doses Safely Without Doubling Up
November 17, 2025 Jean Surkouf Ariza Varela

How to Handle Missed Doses Safely Without Doubling Up

Learn how to safely handle missed medication doses without doubling up. Discover when to take a missed pill, when to skip it, and which drugs require special care to avoid dangerous side effects.

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Colchicine and Macrolides: How Drug Interactions Cause Deadly Toxicity
November 16, 2025 Jean Surkouf Ariza Varela

Colchicine and Macrolides: How Drug Interactions Cause Deadly Toxicity

Colchicine and macrolides like clarithromycin can cause deadly toxicity when taken together due to CYP3A4 and P-gp inhibition. Learn which antibiotics are safe, how to avoid life-threatening interactions, and what to do if you've already taken them together.

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Kava and Sedative Medications: What You Need to Know About Liver and Sedation Risks
November 14, 2025 Jean Surkouf Ariza Varela

Kava and Sedative Medications: What You Need to Know About Liver and Sedation Risks

Kava may seem like a safe natural remedy for anxiety, but combining it with sedative medications can cause dangerous liver damage and extreme drowsiness. Learn the real risks, who’s most vulnerable, and what to do instead.

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Drug Take-Back Programs in Your Community: How They Work and Where to Find Them
November 13, 2025 Jean Surkouf Ariza Varela

Drug Take-Back Programs in Your Community: How They Work and Where to Find Them

Learn how drug take-back programs work, where to find local drop-off sites, what medications you can safely dispose of, and why these programs are critical for public health and environmental safety.

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Drug Interactions: How Food, Supplements, and Medications Can Clash
November 10, 2025 Jean Surkouf Ariza Varela

Drug Interactions: How Food, Supplements, and Medications Can Clash

Drug interactions between food, supplements, and medications can cause serious harm-even death. Learn how grapefruit, garlic, St. John’s wort, and leafy greens can interfere with common drugs-and what you can do to stay safe.

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Toradol (Ketorolac) vs Alternatives: What Works Best for Pain Relief?

Toradol (Ketorolac) vs Alternatives: What Works Best for Pain Relief?

Toradol (ketorolac) is a powerful painkiller for short-term use, but it comes with serious risks. Learn how naproxen, acetaminophen, tramadol, and non-drug options compare - and what’s truly safest for your pain.

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Sumatriptan Alternatives: Effective Migraine Relief Options Beyond the Standard

Sumatriptan Alternatives: Effective Migraine Relief Options Beyond the Standard

Looking for sumatriptan alternatives for migraine relief? Discover proven prescription, OTC, and non-drug options that actually work - from rizatriptan and gepants to magnesium and cold therapy.

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Desensitization Protocols for Medication Side Effects: When They’re Used

Desensitization Protocols for Medication Side Effects: When They’re Used

Drug desensitization lets patients with severe medication allergies safely receive life-saving drugs like antibiotics and chemotherapy. Learn when it's used, how it works, and why it's often the only option.

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