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📌Health Nonprofit for Safer Drugs @medshadow.bsky.social · 1d

ADHD meds like Ritalin (methylphenidate) and alcohol don’t mix well.
Because they act in opposite ways, Ritalin can mask intoxication — leading to overdrinking and risky side effects.
Talk to your health care provider before mixing meds and alcohol.
Learn more here: medshadow.org/can-i-drink-...

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📌Health Nonprofit for Safer Drugs @medshadow.bsky.social · 2d

SSRIs are among the most commonly prescribed drugs in the U.S.—but how well do they actually work, and what are people’s real experiences on them? 💊 We spoke with six people about how SSRIs have shaped their mental health. Read more here: medshadow.org/eal-people-s...

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📌Health Nonprofit for Safer Drugs @medshadow.bsky.social · 3d

Statins can lower cholesterol & reduce heart risk -- but they may also cause muscle aches, higher blood sugar, or cognitive issues. The risks vs. benefits vary for each person. Learn more: medshadow.org/rethinking-s...

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📌Health Nonprofit for Safer Drugs @medshadow.bsky.social · 4d

It’s a space for open, honest discussion, where the public can learn and pharmacists can share their experiences. Join the conversation here: medcart.substack.com

Meet Me at the Medcart | MedShadow | Substack

A conversation from both sides of the pharmacy counter. Click to read Meet Me at the Medcart, a Substack publication with hundreds of subscribers.

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📌Health Nonprofit for Safer Drugs @medshadow.bsky.social · 4d

We're thrilled to introduce Meet Me at the Medcart, a newsletter that will be your source for expert insights and answers to your personal medical and health questions directly from pharmacists working in the field.

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📌Health Nonprofit for Safer Drugs @medshadow.bsky.social · 8d

Have you noticed your ADHD meds working differently after a refill? ⚠️
Our new report shows how inconsistent ADHD generics are and what doctors think about it. Read more here: medshadow.org/doctors-say-...

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📌Health Nonprofit for Safer Drugs @medshadow.bsky.social · 11d

Unfortunately, we also love when our healthcare provider talks WITH us, and not at us. Anyone else relate? What did we miss? 🙋🏻‍♀️Visit MedShadow.org for more. #UnfortunatelyWeDoLove #DoctorTok
#HealthcareHumor #PatientCare #BedsideManner

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📌Health Nonprofit for Safer Drugs @medshadow.bsky.social · 15d

Meds can be an important part of maintaining good health, but knowing how to manage side effects is key. Learn more at medshadow.org. #MedicationAwareness #MedSafety

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📌Health Nonprofit for Safer Drugs @medshadow.bsky.social · 15d

💊 No drug comes without side effects. Staying informed can help you track them, weigh options with your provider, or spot if you’re on a bad generic.

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📌Health Nonprofit for Safer Drugs @medshadow.bsky.social · 16d

#SSRIs are among the most prescribed medications in the U.S. They’re first-line treatments for depression, anxiety, OCD, PTSD & more. Generally safe & unlikely to cause fatal overdose, SSRIs can still have side effects ranging from mild to rare but serious. Learn more: medshadow.org/eal-people-s...

📌Health Nonprofit for Safer Drugs @medshadow.bsky.social · 17d

Reliable advice isn’t based on one outdated study and always leaves room for new evidence. Commit to credible, evolving science. Learn more at medshadow.org.

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#HealthLiteracy #EvidenceBasedCare #ScienceMatters #HealthEducation #StopMisinformation #CriticalThinking

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Independent Health & Wellness Journalism | Nonprofit | Balancing the Risks & Benefits of Medicines

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📌Health Nonprofit for Safer Drugs @medshadow.bsky.social · 17d

Half-baked health advice spreads fast—and can put lives at risk. Before sharing, check for multiple recent human studies that are transparent about funding.

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📌Health Nonprofit for Safer Drugs @medshadow.bsky.social · 19d

Do your generics have arsenic in them? bit.ly/46Q6XfG

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📌Health Nonprofit for Safer Drugs @medshadow.bsky.social · 22d

Register here: medshadow.org/webinar-inve...

Webinar: Investigating Generic Drugs: Mending the Tattered Safety Net of the FDA

Explore how generic drugs put consumers at risk and learn how you can advocate for safer medication. Exclusive webinar on June 25.

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📌Health Nonprofit for Safer Drugs @medshadow.bsky.social · 22d

Dangerous generics are flooding U.S. pharmacies—profit over patient safety. What can medical practitioners, researchers, government stakeholders, and YOU do to push back against an influx of potentially harmful generic drugs? 💊 Join our Sept 24 webinar
Register here: medshadow.org/webinar-inve...

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📌Health Nonprofit for Safer Drugs @medshadow.bsky.social · Sep 10

Does your doctor know enough about the meds they prescribe? 🚨 If they brush off side effects, dismiss your questions, or ignore problems with generics, it may be time to find someone new. Learn more at MedShadow.org

📌Health Nonprofit for Safer Drugs @medshadow.bsky.social · Sep 5

SSRIs are prescribed to millions of kids & teens. But few are told these meds may impact sexual development — sometimes long-term. Parents & young people deserve full informed consent. Read more at ➡️ medshadow.org/antidepressa...

📌Health Nonprofit for Safer Drugs @medshadow.bsky.social · Sep 5

Ever get medical advice that left you stunned? 😳 We want to know — share the most unhinged advice you've gotten from a doctor in the comments below. At MedShadow, we believe patients should have the full picture before starting any medication. Visit MedShadow.org for more.

📌Health Nonprofit for Safer Drugs @medshadow.bsky.social · Aug 27

Medications are powerful & while they can heal, they can also harm if used without caution. At MedShadow, a nonprofit organization, our mission is to make sure you have the knowledge you need to protect yourself and your loved ones.💊 Read more at medshadow.org

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📌Health Nonprofit for Safer Drugs @medshadow.bsky.social · Aug 22

Without a type-A partner who knows everything, you might leave the doctor's office with the wrong prescription...

MedShadow helps you understand your meds so you don't have to have your partner on speed dial during your doctor appointment. More at medshadow.org #MedicationSafety #KnowYourMeds

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📌Health Nonprofit for Safer Drugs @medshadow.bsky.social · Aug 20

Not all generics hit the same note. Swifties get an album, we get the FDA’s Orange Book 🧡 (aka your guide to safe + approved generic meds). Read more: medshadow.org #MedicationSafety #SafeMeds #OrangeBook #DrugSafety #HealthAwareness #MedFacts #TheLifeOfAShowgirl #TaylorSwift #Swifties

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📌Health Nonprofit for Safer Drugs @medshadow.bsky.social · Aug 15

Statins can lower cholesterol and help prevent heart attacks. And for people with existing heart disease or who are at high risk, they can be life-saving. 💊 But if you don’t have additional risk factors for heart disease, the benefit might be smaller than you think. medshadow.org/rethinking-s...

📌Health Nonprofit for Safer Drugs @medshadow.bsky.social · Aug 15

Hot weather = time to check where you’re storing your meds 💊
Some common ones, like fish oil, probiotics, and insulin, can go bad or lose potency if kept too warm. More at MedShadow.org.

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📌Health Nonprofit for Safer Drugs @medshadow.bsky.social · Aug 13

Cage The Elephant’s Matt Shultz says a prescription med he was taking triggered psychosis, proof that side effects matter. 💊
At MedShadow, we share the safest ways to take #rx & #otc meds.
Learn more: MedShadow.org #MedicationSafety #SideEffectsMatter

📌Health Nonprofit for Safer Drugs @medshadow.bsky.social · Aug 7

Did you know proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) like Nexium & Prilosec were never meant to be taken forever? They’re great for short-term heartburn relief but long-term use might mess with your B12 levels & some studies even link them to a higher dementia risk. Read more: medshadow.org/ppis-heartbu...

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