MarleyDrug Medication and Supplements Guide - Page 2
Fluoroquinolones and NSAIDs: What You Need to Know About Tendon Rupture Risk
- Nov, 27 2025
- Daniel Remedios
- 9 Comments
Fluoroquinolone antibiotics like levofloxacin can increase tendon rupture risk, especially in older adults and those with kidney issues. NSAIDs don't raise the risk but can mask early warning signs. Know the facts before taking these drugs.
How to Use Secure Messaging to Ask Medication Questions
- Nov, 26 2025
- Daniel Remedios
- 8 Comments
Learn how to use HIPAA-compliant secure messaging to ask medication questions safely and effectively. Get step-by-step tips on setting up your profile, writing clear messages, choosing the right platform, and avoiding common mistakes that delay answers.
Statins and Memory Loss: What You Really Need to Know About Cognitive Side Effects
- Nov, 25 2025
- Daniel Remedios
- 7 Comments
Statins can cause temporary memory issues in some people, but these effects are rare, reversible, and often outweighed by long-term brain protection. Learn how to tell if it's the drug or something else-and what to do next.
Menopause Weight Gain: How Hormones, Muscle Loss, and Strategy Shape Your Body
- Nov, 24 2025
- Daniel Remedios
- 11 Comments
Menopause weight gain isn't about eating too much-it's hormonal shifts, muscle loss, and a slower metabolism. Learn how to fight belly fat with protein, strength training, and sleep-not diets.
Quality Assurance Units: Why Independent Oversight Is Non-Negotiable in Production
- Nov, 23 2025
- Daniel Remedios
- 13 Comments
Quality Assurance Units must operate independently to ensure product safety in manufacturing. Learn why separation from production is legally required, how it works in practice, and what happens when it fails.
Hyaluronic Acid Injections for Osteoarthritis: What Really Works
- Nov, 21 2025
- Daniel Remedios
- 13 Comments
Hyaluronic acid injections may help relieve knee pain from osteoarthritis, but they're not a cure. Learn who benefits, how they work, and whether the cost is worth it based on current research.
Statin Medications: How They Lower Cholesterol and What You Need to Know About Muscle Pain
- Nov, 20 2025
- Daniel Remedios
- 12 Comments
Statins lower cholesterol and cut heart attack risk by up to 30%, but muscle pain affects up to 29% of users. Learn how they work, which statins cause fewer side effects, and what to do if you experience muscle pain.
Parkinson’s Disease and Antipsychotics: How Medications Can Worsen Motor Symptoms
- Nov, 20 2025
- Daniel Remedios
- 13 Comments
Antipsychotics can severely worsen motor symptoms in Parkinson’s disease by blocking dopamine. Only clozapine and quetiapine are safer options. Most others, like haloperidol and risperidone, should be avoided. The key is adjusting Parkinson’s meds first before using antipsychotics.
Red Flags in Drug Interactions: Combinations Your Pharmacist Should Question
- Nov, 19 2025
- Daniel Remedios
- 9 Comments
Certain drug combinations can be deadly - yet many pharmacies miss them. Learn the top five dangerous interactions pharmacists must catch, why they’re often overlooked, and what you can do to protect yourself.
Simethicone and Stomach Pain: Does It Really Work for Relief?
- Nov, 18 2025
- Daniel Remedios
- 9 Comments
Simethicone can help relieve stomach pain caused by trapped gas and bloating. It works quickly and safely, but won't fix underlying issues. Learn when it helps-and when to see a doctor.