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Long-term opioid use can crash testosterone and disrupt menstrual cycles, leading to sexual dysfunction in most users. Learn how opioids affect hormones, what doctors should be doing, and how to get help.

Most people who think they're allergic to penicillin aren't. Learn the difference between true allergies and common side effects-and how to safely get your label removed if needed.

Diabetes, hypertension, and glomerulonephritis cause over 80% of kidney failure cases. Learn how each damages kidneys, the signs to watch for, and what treatments actually work to stop progression.

Gallstones, cholangitis, and ERCP are key parts of biliary disease. Learn how stones form, why infections happen, how ERCP saves lives, and when surgery is-or isn't-the right choice.

Learn how to use FDA databases to verify if your medications are real and avoid counterfeit drugs. Step-by-step guide to checking NDC codes, manufacturer registrations, and spotting fake pills.

In 2025, the FDA has dramatically increased the speed and scope of its safety alerts - from hidden drugs in supplements to lead in cookware and early warnings on faulty medical devices. Here’s what you need to know to stay safe.

Learn how to safely compare new prescription labels with your old medication to avoid dangerous errors. Know what to check, when to worry, and how to use tools like the FDA's pill identifier.

Biosimilars can cut biologic drug costs by 50% or more, yet most patients still pay full price. Learn how much you could save, why adoption is slow, and what’s being done to fix it.

Learn essential safety tips and activity guidance for home oxygen therapy to prevent fires, manage equipment, and stay active. Critical advice for COPD and lung disease patients.

Learn the essential questions to ask your pharmacist about medication interactions to avoid dangerous side effects, food-drug conflicts, and harmful supplement combinations. Stay safe with expert-backed advice.