Author: Tamsin Riverton - Page 6
Green Coffee Extract and Stimulant Medications: What You Need to Know About Blood Pressure Risks
- By : Tamsin Riverton
- Date : Nov 28 2025
Green coffee extract may lower blood pressure, but when taken with stimulant medications like Adderall or Ritalin, it can cause dangerous fluctuations. Learn why experts advise against combining them and what safer alternatives exist.
Hyperpigmentation: Melasma vs Sun Damage and What Topical Treatments Actually Work
- By : Tamsin Riverton
- Date : Nov 27 2025
Learn the difference between melasma and sun damage, why sunscreen alone isn't enough, and which topical treatments actually work based on dermatology research and clinical data.
How Medicare Drug Price Negotiations Work and What It Means for Your Prescription Costs
- By : Tamsin Riverton
- Date : Nov 26 2025
Medicare is now negotiating prices for expensive prescription drugs for the first time. Starting in 2026, discounts of up to 79% will lower costs for beneficiaries. Here’s how it works and what it means for you.
Insurer Pressure: How Providers Respond to Generic Drug Substitution Requirements
- By : Tamsin Riverton
- Date : Nov 25 2025
Insurers push generic drug substitution to cut costs, but providers face mounting administrative burdens and clinical risks. Learn how doctors respond to formulary rules, prior authorization, and state-level reforms-and why some switches can harm patients.
What to Do If a Child Swallows the Wrong Medication: Immediate Steps That Save Lives
- By : Tamsin Riverton
- Date : Nov 23 2025
If your child swallows the wrong medication, act fast: call Poison Control immediately, remove any remaining pills, and never induce vomiting. Know the signs of danger and how to prevent future incidents.
How to Know If Your Supplement Is Safe with Your Medications
- By : Tamsin Riverton
- Date : Nov 22 2025
Many supplements interact dangerously with prescription medications, leading to hospitalizations and even death. Learn which ones are risky, how to check for interactions, and what steps to take to stay safe.
Pumping and Storing Breast Milk While Taking Medication: What You Really Need to Know
- By : Tamsin Riverton
- Date : Nov 21 2025
Most medications are safe during breastfeeding. Learn when to pump and dump, how to time doses for safety, and which drugs are safest for you and your baby-backed by science, not myths.
Prior Authorization Requirements for Medications Explained: What You Need to Know
- By : Tamsin Riverton
- Date : Nov 20 2025
Prior authorization is a common insurance requirement for certain medications. Learn how it works, which drugs require it, how to avoid delays, and what to do if your request is denied.
Organizing Your Medications: Best Pill Organizers and Tracking Methods for Safety
- By : Tamsin Riverton
- Date : Nov 20 2025
Learn how to organize your medications with simple pill organizers, digital dispensers, and tracking apps to improve safety and adherence. Find the right system for your needs and avoid dangerous mistakes.
How to Read OTC Children’s Medication Labels by Weight and Age
- By : Tamsin Riverton
- Date : Nov 19 2025
Learn how to safely dose children's OTC medicines by weight, not age. Understand acetaminophen and ibuprofen labels, avoid kitchen spoons, recognize concentration differences, and prevent dangerous overdoses.
Blood Clot Formation and Mental Health: Risks and How to Prevent Them
- By : Tamsin Riverton
- Date : Nov 18 2025
Chronic stress and depression can increase blood clot risk by triggering inflammation and thickening blood. Learn how mental health affects clotting and simple, science-backed ways to protect yourself.
Seized Counterfeit Medications: Real Cases and What We’ve Learned
- By : Tamsin Riverton
- Date : Nov 17 2025
Real cases of seized counterfeit medications reveal how dangerous fake drugs have become - from fake weight-loss injections to counterfeit HIV meds. Learn where they come from, how they’re sold, and what’s being done to stop them.
