March 2025 Archive — What we published this month

March brought three practical posts that can help you make smarter choices about medicines and risk. You’ll find a clear look at online pharmacy options, a rundown of five alternatives to Stromectol, and an explainer on how genes change your blood clot risk. Below I summarize the main takeaways and what to do next.

Pharmacy and medication options

We compared Canada Pharmacy Depot to other online services and took a close look at PocketPills.com. PocketPills stands out for home delivery, an app for refills, and often lower prices on chronic meds. It also offers prescription management and automatic refills, which is handy if you take daily meds. Downsides? Some brand-name choices or specialty drugs may be limited, and shipping times or insurance rules vary by region. If you value convenience and predictable refills, PocketPills can save time. If you need rare meds, check availability before switching.

On the Stromectol alternatives post, the goal was simple: list safe, realistic options when ivermectin isn’t suitable. The article covers five alternatives, including drugs often used for tapeworms or other parasitic infections. Emodepside was highlighted as a newer option with specific uses; albendazole and praziquantel are common choices for certain worm infections; nitazoxanide and mebendazole appear in other scenarios. Each drug has specific targets, side effects, and prescription needs. The practical tip: don’t swap medicines on your own—match the drug to the parasite and confirm dose and duration with a provider.

Genes and blood clots — the key facts

Genetics can change how likely you are to form dangerous blood clots. The posts explain the most common inherited risks: Factor V Leiden, the prothrombin G20210A mutation, and deficiencies in protein C or S. These are real, measurable differences that doctors can test for when someone has unexplained clots or a strong family history. Knowing your status helps guide prevention—short-term steps like avoiding long bed rest after surgery, and longer-term choices like discussing blood thinner use in high-risk situations.

What you can do now: if you’ve had a clot under age 50, recurrent clots, or a close relative who had clots young, ask your clinician about genetic testing. Also focus on things you can change: stay active on long trips, avoid tobacco, manage weight, and talk to your doctor about hormone-related risks if you use birth control or hormone therapy.

Want the full articles? Check each post for details on study findings, drug comparisons, and links to official guidance. These March pieces aim to give clear next steps—not just facts—so you can ask better questions at your next doctor or pharmacist visit.