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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Zinc supplements can block the absorption of key antibiotics like doxycycline and ciprofloxacin. Learn how to time doses properly-2 to 6 hours apart-to ensure your treatment works and avoid treatment failure or antibiotic resistance.
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Antiplatelet medications save lives but raise the risk of dangerous stomach bleeding. Learn how to protect your GI tract with PPIs, avoid NSAIDs, and manage risks without stopping your heart meds.
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Certain heart medication combinations can cause deadly side effects like internal bleeding, dangerous potassium spikes, or sudden drops in blood pressure. Learn the top 7 risky pairs to avoid and how to protect yourself.
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HPV causes most cervical cancers, but vaccination and modern screening can prevent them. Learn how HPV testing every 5 years, self-collection kits, and vaccines are changing cancer prevention.
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Learn how to approach your doctor with FDA drug safety alerts in a way that leads to productive conversations, not dismissals. Get practical tips on what to say, what to bring, and how to ask the right questions.
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