Author: Marcus Patrick - Page 2

NSAID sensitivity in asthma can trigger severe reactions, especially in those with nasal polyps or chronic sinusitis. Learn which painkillers to avoid, safer alternatives, and what to do if you’ve had a reaction.

Learn how to safely manage partial fills and back-orders in pharmacies to prevent dispensing errors, improve patient safety, and build trust. Real-world strategies for NZ pharmacies in 2026.

Ciprofloxacin and theophylline together can cause dangerous toxicity, leading to seizures, arrhythmias, and hospitalizations. This well-documented interaction requires dose adjustments or antibiotic changes to prevent harm.

The gut microbiome can turn medications into toxins or render them useless, explaining why some people have severe side effects while others don't. New research is revealing how bacteria alter drug metabolism - and how we can personalize treatment.

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.