Author: david perrins - Page 2

10 Jan

How to Use Your Pharmacy’s Consultation Service for Medication Safety

Your pharmacy's consultation service is a free, underused tool that prevents dangerous drug interactions, saves money, and improves health outcomes. Learn how to use it effectively for medication safety.

Antispasmodics and Anticholinergic Drug Interactions: What You Need to Know

9 Jan

by david perrins 15

Antispasmodics and Anticholinergic Drug Interactions: What You Need to Know

Antispasmodics like dicyclomine and hyoscine can cause dangerous interactions when taken with common medications such as antidepressants, antihistamines, and sleep aids. Learn which combinations to avoid and what safer alternatives exist.

Specific IgE Testing: How to Identify Allergens and Understand Your Results

8 Jan

by david perrins 10

Specific IgE Testing: How to Identify Allergens and Understand Your Results

Specific IgE testing helps identify allergens by measuring antibodies in your blood. Learn how results are interpreted, why panels can be misleading, and when blood tests are better than skin tests.

Where to Store Your Medications at Home Safely: Expert Guide to Prevent Accidents

7 Jan

by david perrins 10

Where to Store Your Medications at Home Safely: Expert Guide to Prevent Accidents

Learn where to safely store medications at home to prevent accidental poisonings in children, teens, and seniors. Expert-approved tips on locking up pills, avoiding bathrooms, handling insulin, and disposing of expired drugs.

When Pharmacists Should Recommend Authorized Generics: A Practical Guide

6 Jan

by david perrins 13

When Pharmacists Should Recommend Authorized Generics: A Practical Guide

Pharmacists should recommend authorized generics for patients with inactive ingredient sensitivities, narrow therapeutic index drugs, or modified-release formulations. These are identical to brand-name drugs but cost 20-80% less.

Pregnancy and Sleep: How to Manage Apnea, Reflux, and Positioning for Better Rest

4 Jan

by david perrins 12

Pregnancy and Sleep: How to Manage Apnea, Reflux, and Positioning for Better Rest

Pregnancy can trigger sleep apnea and reflux, leading to fatigue and health risks. Learn how CPAP, proper positioning, and lifestyle changes can improve sleep and protect your baby’s health.

Routine Monitoring to Catch Medication Side Effects Early: Tests and Timelines

3 Jan

by david perrins 15

Routine Monitoring to Catch Medication Side Effects Early: Tests and Timelines

Learn how to catch medication side effects early with practical lab tests, symptom tracking, and tech tools. Know when to test, what to log, and how to avoid dangerous drug interactions before it's too late.

How to Prevent Waste While Keeping Medications Within Date

3 Jan

by david perrins 15

How to Prevent Waste While Keeping Medications Within Date

Learn practical ways to prevent medication waste without risking safety or effectiveness. From proper storage and FIFO practices to take-back programs and smarter prescribing, reduce expired pills and save money-while helping the environment.

How to Discuss Expired Medication Use During Disasters or Shortages

1 Jan

by david perrins 12

How to Discuss Expired Medication Use During Disasters or Shortages

Learn how to safely discuss and decide whether to use expired medications during disasters or shortages. Understand which drugs still work, which are dangerous, and how to assess risk when no alternatives exist.

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

29 Dec

by david perrins 15

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

Wrong-dose errors with liquid medications are a leading cause of preventable harm in children and adults. Learn how using oral syringes, reading mL labels, and demanding better packaging can stop these dangerous mistakes before they happen.