2025/10 Archive: Blood Pressure, Thyroid, and Antiviral Guides

When managing blood pressure, a chronic condition requiring precise medication choices to protect organs and avoid side effects. Also known as hypertension, it's not just about lowering numbers—it's about choosing drugs that don’t wreck your metabolism or kidneys. In October 2025, we broke down how azilsartan, a potent ARB that improves insulin sensitivity while protecting kidney function. Also known as an angiotensin II receptor blocker, it stands out from older options like losartan by doing less harm to metabolic health. Meanwhile, levothyroxine, the standard treatment for hypothyroidism that’s easily messed up by food, coffee, and other meds. Also known as T4 hormone replacement, its absorption depends on timing, not just dose—something many patients never learn until their TSH stays high. These aren’t isolated issues. They’re part of a bigger pattern: how everyday drugs interact with your body in ways doctors don’t always explain.

Long-term use of metformin, a first-line diabetes drug that quietly drains vitamin B12 over years. Also known as a biguanide, it’s safe for most—but if you’ve been on it for five years and feel numb in your feet, you might not have diabetic neuropathy. You might just be B12 deficient. That’s why we dug into testing guidelines and what to do before nerve damage sets in. And it’s not just metformin. Drugs like warfarin, an old-school blood thinner that still dominates prescriptions despite newer options. Also known as Coumadin, it’s cheaper but needs constant monitoring. We compared it to NOACs so you know when sticking with warfarin makes sense—and when it’s time to switch. Meanwhile, in the world of infections, molnupiravir, a COVID antiviral that works differently than Paxlovid, with different risks and access rules. Also known as Movfor, it’s not the first choice for everyone, but for some, it’s the only option left. We didn’t just list drugs—we showed who benefits, who should avoid them, and what to watch for.

From scabies creams to liver cancer therapies, the October 2025 archive covers the real-world details you won’t find on drug labels. You’ll find guides on why your bloating won’t go away, how celiac disease messes with vitamin D, and why a simple pill like meclizine might be better than a patch for vertigo. These aren’t theoretical discussions. They’re for people who take these meds daily and want to know what’s really happening inside their bodies. What you’ll find below isn’t just a list of articles—it’s a toolkit for asking better questions, spotting hidden risks, and taking control of your treatment.