Dofetilide and cimetidine together can cause life-threatening heart rhythms. Learn why this interaction is strictly contraindicated, how it works, and what safer alternatives exist.
Functional impairment in autoimmune diseases steals daily independence-but rehab and occupational therapy can restore it. Learn how tailored exercise, energy pacing, and adaptive tools help patients regain control despite chronic inflammation.
Major Depressive Disorder is treatable. Learn how antidepressants and psychotherapy like CBT and IPT work together to reduce symptoms, prevent relapse, and restore quality of life - backed by current clinical guidelines and real-world data.
Sleeping on your back worsens sleep apnea for many people. Switching to side sleeping can cut breathing interruptions in half. Learn how positional therapy works, who it helps, and what devices actually make a difference.
Telepharmacy improves medication access in rural areas and matches traditional pharmacies in safety accuracy. Recent studies show fewer errors, faster service, and lower hospitalization rates-but tech gaps and training inconsistencies remain risks.
Fentanyl patches can cause deadly overdoses if exposed to heat-even mild warmth like a fever or hot shower. Learn how heat increases absorption and what steps to take to stay safe.
Elderberry may help fight colds, but it can interfere with immunosuppressants by boosting immune activity. Learn why doctors advise against it for transplant and autoimmune patients, what alternatives work better, and how to stay safe.
New York’s 2024 patient protection laws ban bundled consent forms, forbid providers from filling out medical financing apps, and stop credit card requirements before emergency care. Know your rights against medical debt traps.
Not all brand-name drugs have generic alternatives-even after patents expire. Complex formulations, patent thickets, and legal tactics keep prices high. Here’s why some drugs stay expensive and what you can do about it.
Learn the key differences between H1 and H2 blockers-how they work, their side effects, and when to use each for allergies or acid reflux. Avoid common mistakes and choose the right antihistamine for your needs.