Author: Marian Andrecki - Page 2

Learn how vitamin K foods affect warfarin and INR control. Discover which foods to eat consistently, how to track intake, and why consistency beats restriction for stable anticoagulation.

Most people who think they're allergic to penicillin aren't. Learn the real difference between a true allergy and common side effects - and why getting tested could save your life and money.

Learn which medications are safe-and which are risky-during the first trimester of pregnancy. Understand the critical developmental windows and how to make informed choices with real data, not myths.

Learn how to get financial help for generic prescription drugs in 2026, including Medicare Extra Help, pharmacy discount programs, and nonprofit aid - without brand-name copay cards.

Understand the full kidney transplant process-from medical evaluation and insurance hurdles to finding a living donor and getting on the waitlist. Learn what it takes to be approved and how to speed up your journey.

Certain herbal supplements like St. John’s Wort, ginkgo biloba, and garlic can dangerously interfere with common prescription drugs, reducing their effectiveness or causing life-threatening side effects. Know which ones to avoid and how to stay safe.

Learn how to read medication strength and quantity on prescription labels to avoid dangerous dosing errors. Simple steps to protect yourself and your loved ones.

Spacers, school care plans, and proper inhaler technique are critical for managing childhood asthma. Learn how to use spacers correctly, why schools must support asthma care, and what a real asthma action plan includes.

Learn how to confirm pharmacist counseling notes after picking up your prescription to avoid dangerous medication errors. Get practical steps for accessing notes, what to look for, and why systems often fail.

Antihistamines are the first line of defense for hives, but not all work the same. Learn which ones reduce itching with less drowsiness, when to increase the dose, and what to try when they stop working.