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Arrhythmias Explained: Atrial Fibrillation, Bradycardia, and Tachycardia

Arrhythmias Explained: Atrial Fibrillation, Bradycardia, and Tachycardia

Learn about the three most common heart rhythm disorders-atrial fibrillation, bradycardia, and tachycardia. Understand symptoms, causes, treatments, and what you can do to stay healthy.

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Pumping and Storing Breast Milk While Taking Medication: What You Really Need to Know

Pumping and Storing Breast Milk While Taking Medication: What You Really Need to Know

Most mothers don’t need to pump and dump when taking medication. Learn which drugs are safe, how to time doses to protect your baby, and how to store milk properly-without losing your supply.

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Continuing Education for Pharmacists: Staying Current on Generics

Continuing Education for Pharmacists: Staying Current on Generics

Pharmacists must stay current on generics to ensure safe substitutions and comply with state and federal regulations. Learn how to navigate the FDA Orange Book, understand therapeutic equivalence, and meet CE requirements effectively.

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GLP-1 Receptor Agonists for Weight Loss and A1C Reduction: What You Need to Know

GLP-1 Receptor Agonists for Weight Loss and A1C Reduction: What You Need to Know

GLP-1 receptor agonists like Ozempic and Wegovy help lower A1C and promote significant weight loss by targeting appetite, insulin, and digestion. Learn how they work, which drugs are most effective, and what to expect before starting.

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What Is an ANDA? The Complete Guide to Abbreviated New Drug Applications and FDA Approval

What Is an ANDA? The Complete Guide to Abbreviated New Drug Applications and FDA Approval

An ANDA, or Abbreviated New Drug Application, is the FDA pathway for approving generic drugs. It saves billions by letting manufacturers prove equivalence to brand-name drugs without redoing clinical trials.

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Environmental Monitoring: Testing Facilities for Contamination in Manufacturing

Environmental Monitoring: Testing Facilities for Contamination in Manufacturing

Environmental monitoring in manufacturing prevents contamination by testing air, surfaces, and water for microbes and chemicals. Learn how zone classification, testing methods, and regulations like FDA and EU GMP Annex 1 ensure product safety.

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Phenytoin and Generics: What You Need to Know About Therapeutic Drug Monitoring

Phenytoin and Generics: What You Need to Know About Therapeutic Drug Monitoring

Switching between brand and generic phenytoin can cause dangerous shifts in blood levels due to its narrow therapeutic window and nonlinear metabolism. Therapeutic drug monitoring is essential after any formulation change to prevent toxicity or seizure breakthrough.

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Why You Should Never Skip Doses: Timing Your Prescription Medication

Why You Should Never Skip Doses: Timing Your Prescription Medication

Skipping prescription doses can lead to serious health risks-even if you feel fine. Learn why timing matters for blood pressure meds, antibiotics, insulin, and more, and how to build habits that keep you on track.

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