Your Cholesterol FAQ - Page 6
Statin Medications: What They Do for Cholesterol and What They Do to Your Muscles
Statins lower LDL cholesterol and cut heart attack risk by 30%, but muscle pain affects up to 1 in 10 users. Learn how they work, who benefits most, and what to do if side effects hit.
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Asthma vs. COPD: Key Differences in Symptoms and Treatment
Asthma and COPD both cause breathing trouble, but they're different diseases with different causes, symptoms, and treatments. Learn how to tell them apart and what each means for your health.
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Sleep Aids: How They Affect Your Brain and What You Need to Know
Sleep aids can harm your memory and increase dementia risk - but not all are the same. Learn which medications are dangerous, which might be safer, and what actually works better than pills.
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Metformin for PCOS: How It Boosts Ovulation and Insulin Sensitivity
Metformin helps women with PCOS ovulate by improving insulin sensitivity. Learn how it works, who benefits most, how to take it, and how it compares to other fertility treatments like letrozole and clomiphene.
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Hemochromatosis: Understanding Iron Overload and How Phlebotomy Treats It
Hemochromatosis is a genetic disorder causing dangerous iron buildup in organs like the liver and heart. Early diagnosis through blood tests and treatment with therapeutic phlebotomy can prevent serious complications like cirrhosis and diabetes.
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IBS vs. IBD: What’s the Real Difference Between Functional and Inflammatory Bowel Disorders?
IBS and IBD both cause gut pain and changes in bowel habits, but only IBD involves chronic inflammation and structural damage. Learn the key differences in symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.
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Is Azelastine Safe for Pregnant and Breastfeeding Women? What the Data Says
Azelastine nasal spray is one of the safest options for managing allergies during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Evidence shows no increased risk of birth defects or harm to nursing infants, making it a top choice over oral antihistamines.
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International ICH Guidelines: How Global Harmonization Improves Medication Safety
ICH guidelines harmonize global drug safety standards, reducing trial duplication, cutting approval times, and ensuring medicines meet consistent quality and safety benchmarks across the U.S., EU, Japan, and 80+ other countries.
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How to Transition from Hospital to Home Without Medication Errors
Learn how to prevent dangerous medication errors when leaving the hospital, especially for seniors. Discover the proven steps - from Brown Bag reviews to Teach-Back - that cut errors by over 60% and keep you safe at home.
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How to Talk to Patients About Switching to Generic NTI Drugs
Switching to generic NTI drugs requires clear communication, careful monitoring, and patient trust. Learn what to say, when to test, and how to ensure safety during substitutions.
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GLP-1 Side Effects: How to Handle Nausea, Dosing, and What Actually Works
GLP-1 medications like Wegovy and Ozempic cause nausea in up to 45% of users, but following the right dosing schedule and making simple dietary changes can help you manage it and stay on track for weight loss.
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Antacids and Kidney Disease: What You Need to Know About Phosphate Binders and Risks
Antacids like Tums and Milk of Magnesia can be dangerous for people with kidney disease. Learn how calcium, aluminum, and magnesium in these drugs affect kidney function, the risks of phosphate binders, and what safer alternatives exist.
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