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OptumRx Supplement Universe: Your Pharmaceutical Guide at optumrx.com - Page 2
Decongestants and Blood Pressure Medications: What You Need to Know About the Hidden Risks
Decongestants like pseudoephedrine and phenylephrine can raise blood pressure and interfere with hypertension meds. Learn which OTC products to avoid and safe alternatives for congestion relief.
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How to Read Prescription Label Directions Like BID, TID, and PRN
Learn what BID, TID, and PRN really mean on your prescription labels. Avoid dangerous mistakes by understanding how often and when to take your medicine-with clear, real-world advice for 2025.
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Warfarin vs. DOACs: What You Need to Know About Anticoagulants and Reversal Agents
Learn how Warfarin and DOACs compare in safety, effectiveness, and cost. Understand when each is used and what reversal agents are available in emergencies. Updated for 2025.
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DOACs in Renal Impairment: How to Adjust Dosing to Prevent Bleeding and Clots
DOACs like apixaban and rivaroxaban require precise dosing in kidney disease to prevent bleeding or stroke. Learn which drug to use, how to calculate the right dose using Cockcroft-Gault, and when to avoid them entirely.
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How to Switch Back from a Generic to a Brand Medication Safely
Switching back from a generic to a brand-name medication can be necessary if you experience side effects or therapeutic failure. Learn how to document your case, get insurance approval, and safely return to the brand you need.
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DPP-4 Inhibitors and Pancreatitis Risk: What You Need to Know
DPP-4 inhibitors help control blood sugar in type 2 diabetes but carry a rare but serious risk of pancreatitis. Learn the signs, the evidence, and what to do if you're taking one.
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Using Two Patient Identifiers in the Pharmacy for Safety: How It Prevents Medication Errors
Using two patient identifiers in the pharmacy is a proven way to prevent deadly medication errors. Learn how this simple rule, backed by The Joint Commission and real-world data, saves lives-and what happens when it’s ignored.
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How to Report an Adverse Event to the FDA for Medications: A Step-by-Step Guide
Learn how to report a bad reaction to a medication with the FDA. Step-by-step guide for patients, caregivers, and healthcare providers to submit adverse event reports through MedWatch and help improve drug safety.
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Cataracts and Glaucoma from Long-Term Steroid Use: What You Need to Know for Eye Safety
Long-term steroid use can cause serious eye damage, including cataracts and glaucoma - often without symptoms. Learn how to spot the risks, who's most vulnerable, and what steps to take to protect your vision.
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SSRI Antidepressants and Serotonin Syndrome Risk from Drug Interactions
SSRIs are effective for depression and anxiety, but combining them with certain painkillers, supplements, or antibiotics can trigger serotonin syndrome-a dangerous, sometimes fatal condition. Know the risks and how to stay safe.
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