Archive: 2026/02

Akathisia and restless legs are often confused, but only one is a dangerous drug side effect. Learn how to tell them apart, why misdiagnosis can be deadly, and what treatments actually work.

Learn how to get 90-day prescription fills to cut your medication costs in half - no new insurance needed. Just ask your pharmacy or doctor, and start saving hundreds each year.

Generic medications are used in 90% of U.S. prescriptions, but subtle differences in formulation, appearance, and labeling lead to preventable errors. Learn how pharmacies can prevent and correct these mistakes to protect patient safety.

Pharmacists play a vital role in detecting and reporting adverse events from generic medications. Learn why their reports matter, how to report them, and how this simple action helps protect patients nationwide.

Learn how to stop moisture from ruining your pills and capsules with three proven layers of protection: film coating, proper packaging, and silica gel desiccants. Essential for humid climates like Wellington.

Generic drug prices online can be up to 80% cheaper than retail pharmacies. Learn how e-pharmacy discount services like Beem and GoodRx cut out middlemen to deliver real savings on common prescriptions.

Hip pain from labral tears and arthritis doesn't have to mean surgery. Learn how smart activity changes - like avoiding deep flexion and switching to low-impact exercise - can reduce pain, delay progression, and help you stay active without drugs or operations.

Steroid-induced acne is a side effect of corticosteroid or anabolic steroid use. Learn effective topical treatments, lifestyle adjustments, and when to seek help for managing this condition.

Discover the real risks of sleep medications, how dependence forms, and evidence-based alternatives like CBT-I and digital therapies. Learn why experts recommend non-drug treatments first.

Learn how to spot real drug allergies versus side effects, recognize life-threatening reactions like anaphylaxis, and understand when to seek emergency care. Most penicillin allergies are mislabeled - testing can save lives.