medication safety

Beyond the Hospital Walls: Can Prospective Audit and Feedback Solve the Discharge Antibiotic Dilemma?

By MedXY 01/16/2026

A multicenter stepped-wedge trial reveals that while prospective audit and feedback by stewardship teams improves the quality of discharge antibiotic prescribing, it fails to reduce the overall volume or duration of therapy, highlighting the complexity of the discharge transition.

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6 Types of Medications You Should Never Split or Crush

By MedXY 08/04/2025

Certain medications must not be split or crushed as it can alter their effectiveness and cause serious side effects. Learn which six types of drugs require intact administration for safety and efficacy.

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Dexamethasone: Essential Precautions and Key Drug Interactions to Know

By MedXY 08/03/2025

Dexamethasone is a powerful corticosteroid that requires careful use due to potential harmful drug interactions and side effects. This article highlights crucial precautions and compatibility issues for safe administration.