Hepatic encephalopathy causes confusion in people with advanced liver disease due to toxin buildup. Lactulose is the main treatment, reducing ammonia with daily bowel movements. Prevention includes avoiding triggers, proper protein intake, and using rifaximin for recurrent cases.
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Learn how to safely buy generic medications online by spotting legitimate pharmacies, avoiding dangerous scams, and using trusted tools like VIPPS and GoodRx to protect your health and savings.
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Combining ephedrine with MAO inhibitors can trigger a deadly hypertensive crisis within minutes. This is a well-documented, preventable interaction that still kills people today - even with modern meds.
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Generic pills often change color, shape, or size - but they're still safe. Learn why this happens, how it affects adherence, and what you can do to stay on track with your medication.
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Pharmaceutical supply chain failures cause dangerous drug shortages, substitutions, and delays that directly harm patients. Learn how broken logistics lead to real health risks-and what needs to change.
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Metformin remains the first-line treatment for type 2 diabetes, but myths about stomach issues, B12 loss, and long-term dangers persist. Here’s what’s real, what’s not, and how to use it safely for life.
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Learn how to verify if your medication is real using official tools like EU FMD and U.S. DSCSA, smartphone apps, and spectroscopy. Protect yourself from counterfeit drugs that can harm or kill.
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Severe adverse drug reactions can be deadly. Know the signs-like trouble breathing, swelling, or peeling skin-that mean you need emergency help now. Acting fast saves lives.
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Thyroid ultrasound is the key tool for evaluating nodules and estimating cancer risk. Learn how TI-RADS scoring works, when biopsies are needed, and why active surveillance is now a safe option for many patients.
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Sulfonylureas are effective for lowering blood sugar but carry a high risk of hypoglycemia. Learn which drugs are safest, who’s most at risk, and how to prevent dangerous low blood sugar episodes with practical, evidence-based strategies.
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