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Authorized Biologic Alternatives: How Biosimilars Work Like Generics
Stuart Moore 16 November 2025 8

Authorized Biologic Alternatives: How Biosimilars Work Like Generics

Biosimilars are the closest thing to generics for complex biologic drugs. They're safe, effective, and can cut costs by up to 50%. Learn how they work, why they're not widely used yet, and what you should know if you're on a biologic medication.

Corticosteroids and Diabetes: How Steroids Cause High Blood Sugar and How to Manage It
Stuart Moore 14 November 2025 9

Corticosteroids and Diabetes: How Steroids Cause High Blood Sugar and How to Manage It

Corticosteroids like prednisone can cause dangerous spikes in blood sugar-even in people without diabetes. Learn how steroids trigger hyperglycemia, who's at risk, and how to manage it safely with insulin and lifestyle changes.

Immunodeficiency Red Flags: Recurrent Infections and What Doctors Look For
Stuart Moore 13 November 2025 12

Immunodeficiency Red Flags: Recurrent Infections and What Doctors Look For

Recurrent infections can signal an underlying immune disorder. Learn the red flags doctors look for, key lab tests, and how early diagnosis can prevent serious complications in children and adults.

Tinnitus Retraining Therapy: How Habituation and Sound Therapy Reduce Tinnitus Distress
Stuart Moore 12 November 2025 10

Tinnitus Retraining Therapy: How Habituation and Sound Therapy Reduce Tinnitus Distress

Tinnitus Retraining Therapy (TRT) helps your brain stop reacting to ringing in the ears through counseling and low-level sound therapy. Unlike masking, TRT rewires your brain's response-leading to lasting relief.

Probiotics with Antibiotics: Best Timing to Reduce Side Effects
Stuart Moore 3 November 2025 12

Probiotics with Antibiotics: Best Timing to Reduce Side Effects

Learn the right timing for taking probiotics with antibiotics to reduce diarrhea and gut side effects. Discover which strains work best, how much to take, and when to stop.

Exploring the Off-Label Uses of Primidone: What Doctors Are Prescribing It For Beyond Epilepsy
Stuart Moore 30 October 2025 16

Exploring the Off-Label Uses of Primidone: What Doctors Are Prescribing It For Beyond Epilepsy

Primidone is best known for treating seizures, but doctors increasingly use it off-label for essential tremor, anxiety, and nerve pain. Learn how this old, cheap drug works-and why it’s still effective when newer options fail.

How Azithromycin Works for Ear Infections: What You Need to Know
Stuart Moore 30 October 2025 11

How Azithromycin Works for Ear Infections: What You Need to Know

Azithromycin is a short-course antibiotic used for bacterial ear infections, especially when penicillin allergies exist or when amoxicillin fails. It's effective, well-tolerated, and improves compliance due to fewer doses.

Mirtazapine Weight Gain Explained - Causes, Risks & Management
Stuart Moore 25 October 2025 11

Mirtazapine Weight Gain Explained - Causes, Risks & Management

Learn why mirtazapine often leads to weight gain, how much you might gain, who’s at risk, and practical steps to manage or use the effect wisely.

Epilepsy and Alcohol: Risks, Effects, and Safe Guidelines
Stuart Moore 19 October 2025 11

Epilepsy and Alcohol: Risks, Effects, and Safe Guidelines

Learn how alcohol impacts epilepsy, seizure risk, medication interactions, withdrawal effects, and safe drinking guidelines for better seizure control.

Managing Urinary Incontinence After Head Surgery or Trauma
Stuart Moore 24 September 2025 10

Managing Urinary Incontinence After Head Surgery or Trauma

Learn practical steps to treat urinary incontinence after head surgery or trauma, covering assessment, therapies, medications, catheters, and when to get professional help.