Topical steroids treat eczema and psoriasis effectively but can cause skin thinning if misused. Learn how to use them safely with the right dose, duration, and strength to avoid permanent damage.
Benzodiazepines like Xanax and Valium may help with anxiety during pregnancy, but studies link them to increased risks of birth defects, miscarriage, and preterm birth. Learn what the latest research says and what alternatives exist.
A detailed look at Chloramphenicol, its clinical uses, safety concerns, and how it stacks up against common alternatives such as Azithromycin, Ciprofloxacin, and Doxycycline.
Check your medicine cabinet twice a year to remove expired drugs and prevent accidents. Learn what to toss, where to store meds safely, and how to dispose of them the right way.
Learn how drug take-back programs safely dispose of unused medications through permanent drop boxes, mail-back envelopes, and nationwide events. Find out what you can and can’t dispose of, and how to locate the nearest collection site.
Natrise (tolvaptan) raises sodium levels fast but carries liver risks and high costs. Learn how fluid restriction, urea, demeclocycline, and salt tablets compare as safer, cheaper alternatives for hyponatremia.