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Archive: 2025/11

Ocular Trauma: What to Do Immediately After a Chemical Splash in the Eye

Ocular Trauma: What to Do Immediately After a Chemical Splash in the Eye

Chemical splashes in the eye require immediate, continuous flushing with water for at least 20 minutes. Acting fast can save your vision-delaying even a few minutes increases the risk of permanent damage. Know the right steps to take before help arrives.

Chronic Pain Conditions: Effective Ways to Manage Lifelong Pain

Chronic Pain Conditions: Effective Ways to Manage Lifelong Pain

Learn practical, evidence-based ways to manage chronic pain without relying on opioids. Discover how exercise, CBT, and multidisciplinary care can help you reclaim your life.

Levodopa and Antipsychotics: How Opposing Dopamine Effects Worsen Symptoms

Levodopa and Antipsychotics: How Opposing Dopamine Effects Worsen Symptoms

Levodopa and antipsychotics have opposing effects on dopamine, making it dangerous to use them together. This interaction can worsen Parkinson's symptoms or trigger psychosis, creating a difficult treatment dilemma for patients and doctors.

Therapeutic Drug Monitoring for Generic NTI Drugs: Protecting Patients When Substitutions Go Wrong

Therapeutic Drug Monitoring for Generic NTI Drugs: Protecting Patients When Substitutions Go Wrong

Therapeutic Drug Monitoring is critical for patients on generic narrow therapeutic index (NTI) drugs, where small changes in blood levels can cause toxicity or treatment failure. Learn when and why TDM saves lives.

Fluconazole for Candida Esophagitis: What You Need to Know About Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention

Fluconazole for Candida Esophagitis: What You Need to Know About Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention

Fluconazole is the standard treatment for candida esophagitis, especially in immunocompromised patients. Learn how it works, proper dosing, what to expect, and how to prevent recurrence.