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Patients taking semaglutide for diabetes were more than four times more likely to develop NAION compared to those on other diabetes medications, while those using it for obesity had a seven-fold increased risk.

Collecting patient allergy information is futile if it’s not integrated into the prescribing process. This case demonstrates the legal and patient safety risks of inadequate medication safety systems.

Abrupt discontinuation of certain medications can lead to severe health consequences and withdrawal symptoms. Healthcare providers should be aware of the risks associated with commonly prescribed drugs and implement appropriate tapering strategies when necessary.

Clinicians should be vigilant about melatonin interactions with various medications such as antidepressants, blood thinners, and blood pressure drugs to ensure patient safety and effective treatment.

NSAIDs, diuretics, and ACE inhibitors are among the top medications linked to kidney damage. Understanding their risks and managing their use is crucial for protecting renal health in patients with varying medical histories.

Incidence rates provide a truer measure of medication-induced liver injury, revealing misclassifications in traditional methods. This study highlights the need for closer monitoring of certain medications using real-world healthcare data.