Author: Mike Clayton

Mental Health Medications in Pregnancy: Making Informed Choices Together

Mental Health Medications in Pregnancy: Making Informed Choices Together

Dec 12, 2025, Posted by Mike Clayton

Making decisions about mental health medications during pregnancy shouldn’t be done in fear. Learn the real risks of meds vs. untreated illness, which drugs are safest, and how to have a true shared decision-making conversation with your provider.

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Generic Manufacturer Profitability: Business Models and Sustainability

Generic Manufacturer Profitability: Business Models and Sustainability

Dec 11, 2025, Posted by Mike Clayton

Generic drugs save billions in healthcare costs, but manufacturers are losing money. Discover how business models are shifting from cheap pills to complex formulations and contract manufacturing to survive.

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EMA vs FDA Drug Labeling: Key International Differences That Impact Global Access

EMA vs FDA Drug Labeling: Key International Differences That Impact Global Access

Dec 10, 2025, Posted by Mike Clayton

The EMA and FDA have fundamentally different approaches to drug labeling, affecting what claims are allowed, how risks are communicated, and how quickly drugs reach patients. These differences impact global access, prescribing practices, and pharmaceutical development costs.

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How to Simplify Complex Medication Regimens for Older Adults

How to Simplify Complex Medication Regimens for Older Adults

Dec 9, 2025, Posted by Mike Clayton

Simplify complex medication regimens for older adults by reducing pill burden, combining doses, and aligning schedules with daily life. Proven strategies improve adherence, safety, and independence without compromising care.

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Cerebral Aneurysm: Understanding Rupture Risk and Modern Treatment Options

Cerebral Aneurysm: Understanding Rupture Risk and Modern Treatment Options

Dec 8, 2025, Posted by Mike Clayton

Learn the real risks of a cerebral aneurysm rupturing and what modern treatments like coiling, clipping, and flow diversion can do to prevent disaster. Know your numbers, know your options.

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Warfarin and Antibiotics: How Broad-Spectrum Drugs Affect INR Levels

Warfarin and Antibiotics: How Broad-Spectrum Drugs Affect INR Levels

Dec 7, 2025, Posted by Mike Clayton

Warfarin and certain antibiotics can dangerously raise INR levels, increasing bleeding risk. Learn which antibiotics are risky, when to test your INR, and how to stay safe while taking both.

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How to Know If Your Supplement Is Safe with Your Medications

How to Know If Your Supplement Is Safe with Your Medications

Dec 6, 2025, Posted by Mike Clayton

Learn how to spot dangerous interactions between supplements and medications. Discover which supplements are risky, real-life cases, and simple steps to protect your health before it’s too late.

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Genetic Variations and Drug Metabolism: How Your DNA Affects Medications

Genetic Variations and Drug Metabolism: How Your DNA Affects Medications

Dec 5, 2025, Posted by Mike Clayton

Your genes affect how your body processes medications. Pharmacogenomics uses DNA testing to match drugs to your biology - reducing side effects and improving treatment success. Here’s how it works and who benefits most.

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Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis: How Riluzole Slows Neurodegeneration and Extends Life

Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis: How Riluzole Slows Neurodegeneration and Extends Life

Dec 4, 2025, Posted by Mike Clayton

Riluzole is the first and still one of the only drugs shown to slow ALS progression. It extends life by 2-3 months on average, helps delay tracheostomy, and remains the standard treatment despite side effects and newer options.

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Pleural Effusion: Understanding Causes, Thoracentesis, and How to Prevent Recurrence

Pleural Effusion: Understanding Causes, Thoracentesis, and How to Prevent Recurrence

Dec 3, 2025, Posted by Mike Clayton

Pleural effusion is fluid buildup around the lungs, often caused by heart failure, pneumonia, or cancer. Learn how thoracentesis works, what tests are done, and how to stop it from coming back.

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