Pharma Directory 29 - Page 3

January 21, 2026

Perioperative Management of Anticoagulants: How to Safely Pause Blood Thinners Before Surgery

Learn how to safely manage blood thinners before and after surgery. Get clear, evidence-based timelines for DOACs and warfarin, understand when to avoid bridging, and know what to do in emergencies.

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January 20, 2026

Combination Drug Substitution: Legal and Practical Challenges Explained

Combination drug substitution faces legal and safety challenges as pharmacies struggle to apply outdated generic rules to multi-drug pills. Patients and pharmacists are caught in a system that hasn't kept pace with modern medicine.

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January 19, 2026

Online Pharmacy Counterfeits: How Fake Medicines Put Your Life at Risk

Buying medicines online may seem convenient, but counterfeit drugs are a deadly threat. Learn how fake pills contain fentanyl, how to spot illegal pharmacies, and what to do if you've already taken a dangerous product.

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January 18, 2026

Shared Decision-Making Scripts for Side Effect Trade-Offs in Chronic Medication Choices

Learn how structured conversations between patients and doctors can help you weigh the real-life costs of medication side effects and make choices that fit your life-not just your diagnosis.

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January 16, 2026

Polypharmacy in Elderly Patients: How to Manage Multiple Medications Safely

Polypharmacy in seniors - taking five or more medications - increases fall risk, confusion, and hospital visits. Learn how deprescribing, pharmacist reviews, and smart questions can reduce harm and improve quality of life.

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January 15, 2026

Neurological Red Flags: When Headaches Need Urgent Care

Most headaches are harmless, but some signal life-threatening conditions. Learn the neurological red flags-like thunderclap pain, fever with stiff neck, or sudden weakness-that mean you need emergency care now.

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January 14, 2026

Cancer Prevention: How Lifestyle Changes and Chemoprevention Reduce Your Risk

Cancer prevention is possible through lifestyle changes like quitting smoking, eating more plants, staying active, and avoiding processed meat. Chemoprevention tools like aspirin help high-risk groups, but everyday habits remain the most powerful defense.

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January 13, 2026

Medication Errors with Generics: How Look-Alike and Sound-Alike Names Put Patients at Risk

Look-alike and sound-alike generic drugs cause thousands of preventable medication errors each year. Learn how name and packaging confusion puts patients at risk-and what you can do to stay safe.

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January 12, 2026

How to Track Post-Marketing Studies for Drug Safety: A Practical Guide for Healthcare and Pharma Teams

Learn how to track post-marketing studies for drug safety using FAERS, Sentinel, and real-world data. Understand regulatory requirements, common pitfalls, and practical steps for healthcare and pharma teams to ensure patient safety after drug approval.

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January 9, 2026

Bleeding Risk from SSRIs: How Platelet Dysfunction Increases Bleeding Danger

SSRIs can increase bleeding risk by impairing platelet function through serotonin depletion. Learn which antidepressants carry the highest risk, how they interact with other drugs, and what steps to take to stay safe.

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