TotalCareMart Pharmaceutical Guide - Page 2

Ketorolac for Pain Relief: What You Need to Know About Benefits and Risks

Ketorolac for Pain Relief: What You Need to Know About Benefits and Risks

18 Nov 2025 by Arturo Dell

Ketorolac offers fast, strong pain relief but carries serious risks like stomach bleeding and kidney damage. Learn when it's appropriate, what dangers to watch for, and safer alternatives.

How to Understand Biosimilars and Their Cost Implications

How to Understand Biosimilars and Their Cost Implications

18 Nov 2025 by Arturo Dell

Biosimilars offer significant cost savings on expensive biologic drugs while maintaining the same safety and effectiveness. Learn how they work, how much they save, and what to ask your doctor before switching.

Common Pharmacist Concerns About Generic Substitution: What Really Happens Behind the Counter

Common Pharmacist Concerns About Generic Substitution: What Really Happens Behind the Counter

16 Nov 2025 by Arturo Dell

Pharmacists support generic drugs for their cost savings and proven effectiveness, but face real challenges with patient mistrust, lack of doctor communication, and time constraints that make safe substitution difficult.

Prescription Insurance Coverage Questions to Ask Your Plan

Prescription Insurance Coverage Questions to Ask Your Plan

14 Nov 2025 by Arturo Dell

Ask these key questions about your prescription insurance to avoid surprise drug costs. Learn how formularies, copays, prior auth, and Medicare changes affect your out-of-pocket expenses.

How to Read Pharmacy Allergy Alerts and What They Mean

How to Read Pharmacy Allergy Alerts and What They Mean

14 Nov 2025 by Arturo Dell

Learn how to interpret pharmacy allergy alerts correctly-why most are false, how to tell real risks from noise, and what steps you can take to fix inaccurate records in your health system.

Women’s Heart Disease: Unique Symptoms and Risk Management

Women’s Heart Disease: Unique Symptoms and Risk Management

12 Nov 2025 by Arturo Dell

Heart disease is the top killer of women, yet symptoms often differ from men's. Learn the hidden signs like fatigue and jaw pain, why misdiagnosis happens, and how to protect your heart with proven risk management strategies.

Inactive Ingredient Differences: Can Excipients Affect Safety or Efficacy?

Inactive Ingredient Differences: Can Excipients Affect Safety or Efficacy?

10 Nov 2025 by Arturo Dell

Inactive ingredients in medications, called excipients, are often assumed to be harmless-but new research shows some can affect drug safety and efficacy. Learn how fillers, dyes, and preservatives may impact your health.

Generic Drug Savings: Real Numbers and Healthcare Statistics

Generic Drug Savings: Real Numbers and Healthcare Statistics

7 Nov 2025 by Arturo Dell

Generic drugs save Americans billions each year-90% of prescriptions but only 12% of spending. See the real numbers on cost savings, biosimilars, patent tricks, and how to save on your meds.

Cialis Extra Dosage vs Alternatives: What Works Best for ED

Cialis Extra Dosage vs Alternatives: What Works Best for ED

1 Nov 2025 by Arturo Dell

Cialis Extra Dosage (40 mg tadalafil) offers longer-lasting ED relief than Viagra or Levitra, but it's not always the best choice. Learn how it compares to alternatives, costs, side effects, and what actually works for real men.

Atorvastatin and Dry Mouth: Practical Tips to Manage This Common Side Effect

Atorvastatin and Dry Mouth: Practical Tips to Manage This Common Side Effect

31 Oct 2025 by Arturo Dell

Atorvastatin can cause dry mouth, but it’s manageable. Learn practical tips like chewing xylitol gum, using a humidifier, and choosing the right mouthwash to relieve discomfort without stopping your medication.