Health Guides & Supplement Safety

Welcome to the Health hub at Dolphin's NFL Health Shop. Here you’ll find plain‑English articles that cut through the jargon and give you the facts you need to stay safe and healthy. Whether you’re curious about a new herbal supplement, wondering how much potassium is right for you, or looking to buy medication online without a scam, we’ve got a short, useful guide for you.

How to Use This Site

Start by clicking the headline that matches your question. Inside each guide you’ll find a short summary, a list of key facts, and a practical “what to do next” section. If you’re buying medication online, follow our verification steps before you enter any payment info. For supplements, compare the listed risks with the alternatives we suggest – often a simple food change does the job.

Remember, these guides are for information only. Always talk to a healthcare professional before changing a dose or starting a new product. Our goal is to give you confidence when you discuss options with your doctor or pharmacist.

Got a topic we haven’t covered? Use the search bar at the top of the page and type in the name of the drug, supplement, or condition you’re interested in. We update our library regularly, so you’ll find the latest evidence and regulatory changes for 2025 and beyond.

Stay safe, stay informed, and make health decisions that work for your life.

Substance Use and Mental Illness: How Integrated Dual Diagnosis Care Works

Integrated dual diagnosis care treats mental illness and substance use together - not separately. Learn how this evidence-based approach helps people recover from co-occurring disorders with one coordinated team.

Azoles and Tacrolimus: How Antifungals Cause Dangerous Drug Spikes and Kidney Damage

Azoles like voriconazole and posaconazole can cause dangerous spikes in tacrolimus levels, leading to acute kidney injury in transplant patients. Learn how this common drug interaction works, why it's so dangerous, and how clinicians manage it to prevent kidney damage.

How to Prevent Waste While Keeping Medications Within Date

Learn simple, proven ways to stop wasting medicine that’s still good. Store it right, track expiration dates, ask for smaller doses, and dispose safely-without spending a fortune.

Medicare Drug Coverage and Cost Assistance Options in 2025-2026

Medicare Part D now caps out-of-pocket drug costs at $2,000 in 2025, eliminates the donut hole, and keeps insulin at $35 per month. Learn how Extra Help, plan choices, and the new rules affect your prescription costs.

The Difference Between Medication Side Effects and Adverse Drug Reactions

Learn the critical difference between medication side effects and adverse drug reactions-why mixing them up can lead to dangerous decisions, and how to tell them apart for safer, smarter medication use.

Stevens-Johnson Syndrome and Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis: Recognizing Medication-Related Emergencies

Stevens-Johnson Syndrome and Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis are rare but deadly drug reactions that cause skin to peel off like a burn. Recognizing early symptoms - fever, rash, mouth sores - and acting fast can save your life.

Clozapine and Tobacco Smoke: How Smoking Changes Your Medication Levels

Smoking can reduce clozapine levels by up to 50%, leading to treatment failure or dangerous toxicity when quitting. Learn how tobacco smoke affects clozapine metabolism through CYP1A2 induction and what steps to take to stay safe.

Combining Multiple Sedatives: The Hidden Danger of CNS Depression

Mixing sedatives like opioids, benzodiazepines, and alcohol can cause deadly respiratory depression. Learn the real risks, who's most vulnerable, and what to do if you're on multiple CNS depressants.

How to Speak Up About Medication Side Effects During Treatment

Learn how to report medication side effects to the FDA, why your voice matters in drug safety, and how even small reports can help protect others. Take action today.

How to Stay Informed About Global Medication Safety News

Learn how to track global medication safety updates, report side effects, and use trusted resources like WHO, ISMP, and #MedSafetyWeek to protect yourself and others from preventable drug risks.

Amitriptyline vs Alternatives: What Works Better for Pain, Sleep, and Depression?

Amitriptyline helps with depression, pain, and sleep-but often with heavy side effects. Learn about safer, more effective alternatives like nortriptyline, duloxetine, and mirtazapine that work just as well without the fog, dry mouth, or dizziness.

How to Read Supplement Labels and Spot Dangerous Drug Interactions

Learn how to read supplement labels and spot hidden drug interactions that could be dangerous. Most supplements don't warn you about risks-so you need to know what to look for.