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Pharmacist Education: Training on Counterfeit Drug Detection

Pharmacist Education: Training on Counterfeit Drug Detection

Pharmacists are the last line of defense against counterfeit drugs. Learn how modern training-using AI tools, global curricula, and real-world protocols-is helping pharmacists detect fake medications and protect patients.

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Medicaid and Generics: How Generic Drugs Save Low-Income Patients Money

Medicaid and Generics: How Generic Drugs Save Low-Income Patients Money

Generics make up 90% of Medicaid prescriptions but only 18% of spending, saving low-income patients billions. Learn how Medicaid's rebate system cuts drug costs and why generics are essential for affordable care.

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Diabetic Retinopathy: How High Blood Sugar Damages Your Eyes and What Laser Treatment Can Do

Diabetic Retinopathy: How High Blood Sugar Damages Your Eyes and What Laser Treatment Can Do

Diabetic retinopathy causes progressive retinal damage from high blood sugar, often without symptoms until vision is at risk. Learn how laser treatment stops further damage and why early screening saves sight.

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How to Report a Medication Error or Concern to Your Provider

How to Report a Medication Error or Concern to Your Provider

Learn how to report a medication error to your provider or the FDA. Step-by-step guide on gathering evidence, speaking up, and using official channels to prevent harm to yourself and others.

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Contamination Controls: Preventing Adulteration in Generic Drug Manufacturing

Contamination Controls: Preventing Adulteration in Generic Drug Manufacturing

Contamination controls in generic drug manufacturing prevent harmful substances from entering medications during production. Learn how cleanrooms, real-time monitoring, and human protocols ensure safety and compliance with FDA and global standards.

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Dairy Products and Antibiotic Absorption: Timing Matters

Dairy Products and Antibiotic Absorption: Timing Matters

Dairy products like milk and yogurt can block the absorption of key antibiotics like tetracycline and ciprofloxacin, leading to treatment failure. Learn the exact timing rules to make your antibiotics work.

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Proton Pump Inhibitors: Long-Term Risks and When to Stop

Proton Pump Inhibitors: Long-Term Risks and When to Stop

Proton pump inhibitors help with acid reflux but carry real risks with long-term use. Learn when to stop, how to taper safely, and what alternatives work better.

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What to Do If You Receive the Wrong Medication from the Pharmacy

What to Do If You Receive the Wrong Medication from the Pharmacy

If you receive the wrong medication from the pharmacy, stop taking it immediately, call your doctor, save the pills and receipt, and report the error. These steps can prevent harm and protect your legal rights.

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Diabetic Kidney Disease: How Early Albuminuria Signals Risk and Why Tight Control Saves Kidneys

Diabetic Kidney Disease: How Early Albuminuria Signals Risk and Why Tight Control Saves Kidneys

Diabetic kidney disease starts with tiny leaks in the kidneys-detectable by albuminuria. Early detection and tight control of blood sugar and blood pressure can prevent kidney failure. New medications like SGLT2 inhibitors and finerenone offer powerful protection.

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How to Evaluate Stability of Repackaged or Pillbox Medications

How to Evaluate Stability of Repackaged or Pillbox Medications

Repackaged and pillbox medications lose stability quickly without proper packaging. Learn how to spot degradation, assign safe expiration dates, and protect your health when meds are moved from original containers.

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