RxSpark Pharmaceuticals Resource Centre - Page 2
Kava may help with anxiety, but mixing it with sedative medications can cause dangerous liver damage and extreme drowsiness. Learn the real risks, who's most vulnerable, and what to do instead.
Hospital formularies use strict clinical and economic criteria to select generic drugs. Learn how P&T committees balance safety, efficacy, and cost to shape medication access and patient outcomes.
Rhabdomyolysis from medication interactions can cause sudden muscle breakdown and kidney failure. Learn which drug combos are dangerous, who’s at risk, and how to prevent this life-threatening condition.
Dairy products like milk and yogurt can block antibiotic absorption, leading to treatment failure. Learn which antibiotics are affected, how long to wait before or after dairy, and why timing saves your health.
Learn the key differences between H1 and H2 blockers, their side effects, and when to use each for allergies or acid reflux. Make smarter choices with clear, science-backed guidance.
Despite being cheaper and widely used, generic drugs are increasingly subject to insurance prior authorization - causing delays, frustration, and health risks. Here’s why it’s happening and what you can do about it.
Irritable Bowel Syndrome causes painful bloating, diarrhea, and constipation. Learn the real symptoms, common triggers like food and stress, and evidence-based treatments including diet, therapy, and medications that actually work.
Learn the daily foot inspection checklist proven to prevent diabetic foot ulcers and avoid amputations. Follow evidence-based steps for washing, inspecting, moisturizing, and choosing safe footwear.
Insurers cover generics based on cost, safety, and clinical effectiveness through Pharmacy & Therapeutics committees. Learn how tiered formularies work, why your prescription gets swapped, and what you can do to get the right medication.
Pharmacists play a critical role in helping patients switch to biosimilars through counseling, substitution, and education. Learn how they drive adoption, navigate state laws, and ensure patient safety with these complex biologic medications.