Tag: drug interactions

Decongestants and Blood Pressure Medications: What You Need to Know About the Risks

Decongestants like pseudoephedrine and phenylephrine can raise blood pressure and interfere with heart medications. Learn which OTC cold remedies are risky for hypertensive patients and what safer alternatives exist.

Jan 15 2026

How to Use Drug Interaction Checkers: Step-by-Step Guide

Learn how to use drug interaction checkers step by step to avoid dangerous medication combos. Get practical tips on choosing the right tool, reading results, and knowing when to call your pharmacist.

Dec 31 2025

What Is Medication Safety and Why It Matters for Every Patient

Medication safety prevents harmful errors in drug use, from prescribing to taking pills at home. With over 1.5 million ER visits yearly from preventable drug mistakes, everyone-patients and providers-must be involved to avoid injury and save lives.

Nov 24 2025

SSRIs and Anticoagulants: How Platelet Effects Raise Bleeding Risk

Explore why SSRIs raise bleeding risk when combined with anticoagulants, the platelet mechanisms behind it, latest study data, and practical steps to keep patients safe.

Oct 25 2025