Medication management

About the Author: Stephen J. Kogut PhD MBA RPh is a pharmacist and professor at the University of Rhode Island College of Pharmacy, where he conducts research on medication adherence, prescription drug costs and patient health outcomes.

Edited by Léa Bourgade, Content and Community Manager at Hero.

Only 53% to 68% of older adults use pill organizers correctly. This guide covers every type available, what the research says about where they fall short, and a practical framework for deciding what actually fits your life. The best pill organizer is one that matches your medication count, dexterity, and routine; and for anyone managing five or more medications, that answer often goes beyond a basic box.

Learn about medication safety, dosages, and risks, including information on Advil overdose, ibuprofen toxicity, pain relievers, stomach pain, kidney failure, and more. Find out how to take control of your medication and avoid the risk of overdose!

Have you ever stood at a pharmacy shelf contemplating the difference between a brand-name or generic version of a drug Chances are, you’re not alone. On one hand, the generic version is half the price. But will you compromise quality by skipping over the brand-name medication?