Archive: 2026/02

Calcium Supplements and Bisphosphonates: Avoiding Absorption Problems

Calcium supplements can block bisphosphonate absorption by up to 90% if taken together. Learn how to time your doses correctly to protect your bones and avoid treatment failure.

How Medicines Work and When Medications Are Safe to Use

Understanding how medicines work at the molecular level helps you use them safely. From receptor interactions to drug-food conflicts, knowing the mechanism reduces risks and empowers better decisions.

Ophthalmic Imaging Explained: OCT, Fundus Photos, and Angiography

OCT, fundus photography, and fluorescein angiography are essential tools for diagnosing retinal diseases. Each offers unique insights - from retinal layers to blood flow - helping doctors catch vision-threatening conditions early.

SGLT2 Inhibitor Side Effects: Dehydration, Dizziness, and Blood Pressure Changes Explained

SGLT2 inhibitors lower blood sugar but also cause fluid loss, leading to dehydration, dizziness, and blood pressure drops. Learn who's at risk and how to stay safe while taking these powerful diabetes drugs.

Electrolyte Imbalances: Managing Potassium, Phosphate, and Magnesium

Electrolyte imbalances in potassium, phosphate, and magnesium can cause life-threatening heart and breathing problems. Learn how to recognize the signs, follow life-saving treatment protocols, and prevent complications-especially in kidney disease and critical care.

SSRI Antidepressants: How They Work and Common Side Effects

SSRIs are the most common antidepressants used today. Learn how they work in the brain, what side effects to expect, why they take weeks to work, and what to do if they don’t help.

Type 2 Diabetes: Symptoms, Causes, and Management Guide

Learn the real symptoms, causes, and proven ways to manage type 2 diabetes - from insulin resistance to lifestyle changes and new medications. Understand what works, what doesn't, and how to take control.

Serious Adverse Events: Reporting Procedures for Generic Drugs

Serious adverse events from generic drugs are underreported, creating dangerous gaps in safety data. Learn how reporting works, why it fails, and what’s being done to fix it.

How to Address Mental Health Medication Stigma: Practical Steps for Patients and Providers

Stigma around mental health medications stops many from getting care. Learn practical steps to address it, including how to talk about meds, respond to misconceptions, and find support. Evidence-based strategies from SAMHSA and NAMI can help reduce shame and improve treatment outcomes.

Foreign Facility Inspections: How the FDA Ensures Safety of Overseas Food Plants

The FDA now conducts unannounced inspections at foreign food facilities to ensure imported products meet U.S. safety standards. This shift closes a long-standing gap in oversight and forces overseas plants to maintain compliance 24/7.