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OTC sleep aids may help with occasional insomnia, but they come with serious side effects and risks. Learn what's in them, how long to use them, and safer alternatives that actually work.

Clarithromycin can dangerously raise statin levels, leading to muscle damage or kidney failure. Learn which statins are safest, how to avoid this interaction, and why azithromycin is the better antibiotic choice.

Pairing your medication with daily habits like brushing teeth or eating breakfast can cut missed doses by up to 50%. Learn how to link pills to routines that stick-no apps needed.

Learn how to read FDA drug interaction tables to avoid dangerous medication combinations. Understand Section 7, AUC thresholds, drug class risks, and how to use labels safely in clinical practice.

Learn how to safely reduce opioid doses to minimize withdrawal and side effects using CDC-backed protocols. Discover the right pace, supportive meds, and why slow tapering saves lives.

Learn how to recognize the signs of an opioid overdose and use naloxone to reverse it. A clear, practical guide for anyone who wants to save a life-no medical training needed.

Learn how to spot fake medicines before you take them. Simple checks like packaging, seals, and serial codes can prevent dangerous counterfeit drugs from harming you or your loved ones.

Some medications lose effectiveness after expiration; others become dangerous. Learn which drugs you should never use past their date-insulin, epinephrine, nitroglycerin, and more-and how to store and dispose of them safely.

Anemia in kidney disease is caused by low erythropoietin and iron problems. Erythropoietin therapy and IV iron are the proven treatments. Targeting hemoglobin at 10-11.5 g/dL improves quality of life without raising stroke risk.

Whistleblower laws protect workers who report illegal or unsafe practices. Learn what’s covered, how to report safely, and what protections exist under California and federal law in 2025.

Whistleblower laws protect employees who report illegal or unsafe practices. Learn how California’s 2025 rules strengthen protections, what federal laws cover, how to avoid retaliation, and where to get help.

Medicaid covers most prescription drugs in 2025, but rules vary by state. Learn what's included, how step therapy and prior authorization work, which drugs are excluded, and how to save on costs with Extra Help.