Canada Pharma Hub - Page 5

Corticosteroid injections offer fast relief for joint inflammation but aren't a long-term fix. Learn how they work, who benefits most, the real risks of repeated use, and when to choose other treatments.

Polypharmacy-taking five or more medications-can be dangerous. Learn the top risky drug combos, how to spot them, and what to do to protect yourself or a loved one. A practical checklist for safer medication use.

Environmental monitoring in manufacturing ensures contamination is caught before it affects products. Learn how zones, testing methods, and regulations keep pharmaceuticals, food, and cosmetics safe.

Learn how medications during pregnancy can affect fetal development, which drugs carry real risks, and how to make safe choices with your healthcare team. Understand teratogens, acetaminophen debates, and what to do if you took medicine before knowing you were pregnant.

Counterfeit medications are a deadly global problem. Learn the warning signs of fake pills, where they come from, and how to protect yourself by only using licensed pharmacies and reporting suspicious drugs.

Team-based care improves generic prescribing by combining pharmacists, nurses, and care coordinators to reduce errors, cut costs, and boost adherence-backed by real data from Medicare programs and clinical studies.

Learn how to talk to your doctor about overdose risk using clear, evidence-based language that reduces stigma and increases your chances of getting naloxone and support. No judgment. Just facts.

Learn how to correctly verify controlled substance quantities and directions to prevent dispensing errors, comply with DEA regulations, and protect patients. Essential steps for pharmacists in 2025.

Hydroxyzine can cause dangerous heart rhythm changes, especially in older adults or those on other medications. Learn who’s at risk, what signs to watch for, and safer alternatives.

Anxiety disorders affect 1 in 5 adults and include GAD, panic attacks, social anxiety, and phobias. Evidence-based treatments like CBT and SSRIs offer real relief. Learn the types, symptoms, and proven strategies to manage them.

Learn how to use travel apps to find pharmacies and clinics abroad, match medications across countries, and get emergency care when you're sick overseas. Essential tools for every international traveler.

Brain tumors vary widely in type and aggression. Learn how WHO CNS5 grading, molecular testing, and new drugs like vorasidenib are changing survival and treatment options in 2025.