Tag: drug interactions

What Are Drug Interactions and Why They Matter for Medication Safety

by Linda House January 16, 2026. Health 13

Drug interactions can make medications dangerous or ineffective, causing thousands of preventable hospitalizations and deaths each year. Learn how they happen, who's at risk, and what you can do to stay safe.

How to Check for Drug Interactions That Increase Overdose Risk

by Silver Star January 13, 2026. Health 8

Learn how to identify dangerous drug combinations that raise overdose risk, from opioid-benzodiazepine mixes to street drugs laced with fentanyl. Discover practical tools, questions to ask, and steps to stay safe.

Herbal Supplements That Interact with Common Prescription Drugs

by Silver Star December 9, 2025. Health 10

Certain herbal supplements like St. John's Wort and ginkgo biloba can dangerously interact with common prescription drugs, reducing effectiveness or causing life-threatening side effects. Learn which ones to avoid and what to do if you're taking both.

Cranberry Juice and Medications: What You Really Need to Know

by Linda House November 27, 2025. Health 8

Cranberry juice is safe with most medications, but warfarin users should be cautious. Learn the real risks, debunked myths, and what supplements to avoid - backed by clinical studies.