Aclepsa MedGuide - Page 4
Dofetilide and Cimetidine: Why This Drug Pair Can Trigger Deadly Heart Rhythms
- Laura Ledas
- Dec, 19 2025
Dofetilide and cimetidine together can cause deadly heart rhythms. This well-documented interaction raises dofetilide levels by up to 100%, triggering QT prolongation and torsades de pointes. Safe alternatives exist - and this combo is absolutely contraindicated.
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Medication-Related Suicidal Thoughts: What Warning Signs to Watch For
- Laura Ledas
- Dec, 17 2025
Some medications, especially antidepressants, can trigger sudden suicidal thoughts in young people. Learn the real warning signs-restlessness, impulsiveness, and alien thoughts-and what to do if they appear.
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How to Read the NDC Number to Confirm the Correct Medication
- Laura Ledas
- Dec, 16 2025
Learn how to read the NDC number on medication labels to prevent dangerous dispensing errors. Understand the three segments, avoid common mistakes, and verify drugs using the FDA's official directory.
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Chronic Pain Conditions: Effective Ways to Manage Lifelong Pain
- Laura Ledas
- Dec, 15 2025
Chronic pain lasts beyond healing and affects millions. Learn evidence-based ways to manage it without relying on opioids-through movement, therapy, and support systems that rebuild your life.
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Osteoporosis Risk: How to Stop Bone Density Loss and Prevent Fractures
- Laura Ledas
- Dec, 15 2025
Osteoporosis silently weakens bones, leading to fractures that can change your life. Learn the real risk factors, what actually works to prevent bone loss, and how to protect yourself before it's too late.
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How to Ask for Alternatives if a Medication Is Not Working
- Laura Ledas
- Dec, 10 2025
If your medication isn't working, you don't have to just accept it. Learn how to ask your doctor for alternatives with clear questions, symptom tracking, and smart strategies that actually get results.
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Venlafaxine and Blood Pressure: What You Need to Know About Hypertension Risk
- Laura Ledas
- Dec, 9 2025
Venlafaxine can raise blood pressure, especially at higher doses. Learn how to monitor your BP, recognize warning signs, and know when to talk to your doctor about safer alternatives.
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Compounding Pharmacies: Alternatives When Drugs Are Unavailable
- Laura Ledas
- Dec, 8 2025
When FDA-approved drugs are unavailable, compounding pharmacies create customized medications tailored to individual needs-removing allergens, adjusting doses, or changing forms like liquids or creams. A vital solution for allergies, pediatric, and geriatric patients facing drug shortages.
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Weight Loss Medications and Blood Pressure or Antidepressant Interactions: What You Need to Know
- Laura Ledas
- Dec, 7 2025
Weight loss medications like Wegovy and Saxenda can dangerously lower blood pressure or reduce antidepressant effectiveness. Learn how GLP-1 drugs interact with hypertension meds and SSRIs, what to watch for, and how to stay safe.
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Allergic Asthma: Triggers, Allergen Avoidance, and Immunotherapy
- Laura Ledas
- Dec, 6 2025
Allergic asthma is triggered by allergens like pollen, dust mites, and pet dander. Learn how to identify your triggers, reduce exposure, and use immunotherapy to retrain your immune system for long-term relief.
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Regulatory Oversight of Online Pharmacies: FDA and State Roles Explained
- Laura Ledas
- Dec, 5 2025
Learn how the FDA and state pharmacy boards regulate online pharmacies to protect patients from dangerous fake drugs. Understand DEA telemedicine rules, how to spot safe sites, and what happens when regulations fail.
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Manufacturing Transparency: How to Access FDA Inspection Records for Quality Compliance
- Laura Ledas
- Dec, 4 2025
Understand how FDA inspection records work, what manufacturers must disclose, and how to prepare for unannounced checks. Learn the rules, risks, and real-world strategies for staying compliant.
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