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Using Food Diaries on Warfarin: Tracking Vitamin K for Safety

Using Food Diaries on Warfarin: Tracking Vitamin K for Safety

Tracking vitamin K with a food diary helps warfarin patients maintain stable INR levels, reducing the risk of dangerous clots or bleeding. Consistency matters more than avoiding greens.

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How Generic Substitution Laws Work: State-by-State Breakdown

How Generic Substitution Laws Work: State-by-State Breakdown

Generic substitution laws vary by state, affecting whether pharmacists can swap brand-name drugs for cheaper generics. Some states require it, others need your consent. Learn how your state's rules impact your prescriptions and savings.

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Why Most Drugs Don’t Have Authorized Generics - And What It Means for Your Prescription Costs

Why Most Drugs Don’t Have Authorized Generics - And What It Means for Your Prescription Costs

Most drugs don’t have authorized generics because drugmakers only create them to protect profits - not to lower prices. Learn why this affects your prescription costs and what you can do.

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Medicaid and Generics: How Generic Drugs Save Money for Low-Income Patients

Medicaid and Generics: How Generic Drugs Save Money for Low-Income Patients

Medicaid saves billions by using generic drugs, cutting patient copays from $56 to just $6 on average. Learn how generics keep low-income patients healthy without breaking the bank-and where the system still falls short.

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SSRIs and Anticoagulants: What You Need to Know About the Bleeding Risk

SSRIs and Anticoagulants: What You Need to Know About the Bleeding Risk

Combining SSRIs with anticoagulants increases bleeding risk by 33%, especially in the first month. Learn why platelet effects matter, which drugs are riskiest, and how to stay safe.

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Prescription Discount Programs and Coupons: Do They Really Save Money?

Prescription Discount Programs and Coupons: Do They Really Save Money?

Prescription discount programs can save you hundreds on generic meds, but often offer little help with brand-name drugs. Learn how to use GoodRx, coupons, and patient programs wisely to cut your medication costs - and avoid hidden traps.

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