Archive: 2026/01

Herpes simplex virus (HSV-1 and HSV-2) causes cold sores and genital outbreaks, often without symptoms. Antiviral therapy reduces outbreaks, transmission, and complications. Learn how it works, what treatments are available, and how to manage it.

Learn how to prevent overdose with patch, liquid, and extended-release medications. Understand the unique risks of each form, safe usage tips, why naloxone isn’t enough alone, and what to do in an emergency.

Learn how to report suspected counterfeit drugs to authorities like the FDA or WHO. Step-by-step guide on what to do, where to report, and why your report saves lives.

Nasal antihistamine sprays offer fast, targeted relief for runny nose and sneezing from allergies. Learn how they work, their side effects like bitter taste, how they compare to steroids and oral meds, and how to use them right.

Combination medications can cut pill burden for seniors by merging multiple drugs into one daily tablet. Learn how they improve adherence, lower costs, and reduce health risks-backed by clinical evidence and real-world results.

Generics save billions in healthcare costs-but do they really work as well? HEOR analysis shows generics improve adherence, reduce hospitalizations, and deliver equal outcomes at a fraction of the price. Here's how cost-benefit analysis proves their value.

Learn how to safely give medications to children based on age, weight, and condition. Discover which drugs are safe, which to avoid, and how to avoid common dosing mistakes.

African-made antiretroviral generics are transforming HIV treatment access across the continent, reducing reliance on imports and building local health sovereignty. The first WHO-prequalified TLD regimen from Kenya marks a historic milestone in sustainable care.

A brown bag medication review is a simple, life-saving practice where patients bring all their medications to a healthcare appointment to prevent dangerous drug interactions and unnecessary prescriptions. Learn how to prepare and why it works better than written lists.

Heat can be deadly for seniors on certain medications. Learn which drugs raise heat risks, how to adjust routines, and what signs to watch for to prevent heat exhaustion and stroke.