Author: Darcey Cook

Darcey Cook 3 14 Jan 2026

GMP for Generics: FDA Requirements for Manufacturing

FDA's CGMP requirements ensure generic drugs are as safe and effective as brand-name versions. Learn the key rules for manufacturing, common violations, and how compliance impacts drug quality and supply.

Darcey Cook 4 12 Jan 2026

Audiometry Testing: Understanding Hearing Assessment and Decibel Levels

Audiometry testing measures hearing sensitivity using decibel levels across frequencies to diagnose hearing loss. Learn how pure-tone and speech tests work, what audiograms show, and when to get tested.

Darcey Cook 6 11 Jan 2026

Shared Decision-Making Scripts for Side Effect Trade-Offs: How to Talk About Medication Risks with Your Doctor

Learn how to talk with your doctor about medication side effects using proven shared decision-making scripts. Understand real risks, ask the right questions, and make treatment choices that fit your life-not just your diagnosis.

Darcey Cook 7 9 Jan 2026

Mental Health and Medication Non-Adherence: What Actually Works

Mental health medication non-adherence affects millions and leads to hospitalizations and deaths. Research shows pharmacist-led care, simpler regimens, and cost transparency are the most effective ways to improve adherence-not reminders or guilt.

Darcey Cook 8 8 Jan 2026

Inhaled Corticosteroids: How to Prevent Oral Thrush and Hoarseness

Learn how to prevent oral thrush and hoarseness from inhaled corticosteroids using simple, proven steps like rinsing after use and using a spacer. Reduce side effects without stopping your medication.

Darcey Cook 13 4 Jan 2026

Insulin Biosimilars: What You Need to Know About Cost, Safety, and Market Options

Insulin biosimilars offer major cost savings and proven safety over brand-name insulins. Learn how they work, which ones are available, and how to switch safely-without risking your blood sugar control.

Darcey Cook 13 3 Jan 2026

NSAID Safety: Ibuprofen and Naproxen Over-the-Counter Guidance

Ibuprofen and naproxen are common OTC pain relievers, but they carry serious risks including heart attack, stomach bleeding, and kidney damage. Learn the safe limits, who should avoid them, and what to use instead.

Darcey Cook 13 1 Jan 2026

Thyroid Excess and Deficiency from Medication Misuse: Risks, Signs, and Real Stories

Thyroid medication misuse can cause dangerous excess or deficiency of hormones. From weight-loss abuse to accidental overdoses, learn the real risks, signs, and how to stay safe with levothyroxine and other thyroid-affecting drugs.

Darcey Cook 10 29 Dec 2025

Tendinopathy: How Eccentric Training and Injection Options Really Work

Tendinopathy is a common tendon condition that doesn't respond to rest or anti-inflammatories. Eccentric training and heavy slow resistance are proven, long-term solutions - injections offer only temporary relief. Learn what actually works based on the latest research.

Darcey Cook 14 27 Dec 2025

Heart Arrhythmias from Medications: Warning Signs and How to Manage Them

Many common medications can trigger dangerous heart rhythm problems. Learn the warning signs, which drugs are most risky, and how to protect yourself from drug-induced arrhythmias before it's too late.

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