Category: Medications - Page 2
How the FDA Ensures Generic Drugs Work the Same as Brands
The FDA ensures generic drugs work the same as brand-name drugs through strict bioequivalence testing, identical active ingredients, and rigorous manufacturing standards. Over 90% of U.S. prescriptions use generics, saving billions annually.
Long-term Solutions: Building Resilience into the Drug Supply
Drug shortages are a growing crisis caused by fragile global supply chains. Long-term solutions include diversifying suppliers, stockpiling critical drugs, using AI for risk prediction, and enforcing cybersecurity standards to ensure patients always have access to essential medicines.
Doctor's Letter for Controlled Substances During International Travel: What You Must Know
A doctor's letter for controlled substances is essential for international travel with prescription meds like opioids, ADHD drugs, or benzodiazepines. Without it, you risk detention, fines, or confiscation. Learn what the letter must include and how to avoid common mistakes.
Managing Diuretics and Hypokalemia in Heart Failure Patients: Practical Tips
Diuretics are vital for heart failure patients but often cause dangerous low potassium levels. Learn how to manage hypokalemia with MRAs, SGLT2 inhibitors, dosing strategies, and dietary tips to protect heart rhythm and improve outcomes.
Antihistamines and Dementia Risk: What Older Adults Need to Know
First-generation antihistamines like Benadryl may increase dementia risk in older adults due to anticholinergic effects. Second-gen options like Claritin and Zyrtec are safer. Learn what the latest research says and how to protect your brain.
How to Keep a Medication List in Multiple Languages for Emergencies
Learn how to create a multilingual medication list that works in emergencies abroad. Essential for travelers, immigrants, and anyone managing medications across languages.
Online Reviews: How Patient Experiences Shape Trust in Generic Medications
Online reviews shape how patients view generic medications, even when science says they're just as effective. Learn why people doubt generics, how perceptions affect health outcomes, and what really matters when choosing between brand and generic drugs.
Pediatric Exclusivity: How the FDA Extends Market Protection Without Changing Patent Dates
Pediatric exclusivity gives drugmakers six extra months of market protection after completing pediatric studies, even if their patent has expired. It doesn't extend the patent-it blocks generics from being approved by the FDA. This rule has shaped how drugs reach children and how generics enter the market.
Steroid Tapering: How to Safely Reduce Steroids Without Withdrawal or Flare-Ups
Learn how to safely taper off steroids like prednisone to avoid adrenal crisis, withdrawal symptoms, and disease flares. Step-by-step guidance based on current medical guidelines for autoimmune patients.
Using Food Diaries on Warfarin: Tracking Vitamin K for Safety
Tracking vitamin K with a food diary helps warfarin patients maintain stable INR levels, reducing the risk of dangerous clots or bleeding. Consistency matters more than avoiding greens.
How Generic Substitution Laws Work: State-by-State Breakdown
Generic substitution laws vary by state, affecting whether pharmacists can swap brand-name drugs for cheaper generics. Some states require it, others need your consent. Learn how your state's rules impact your prescriptions and savings.
Why Most Drugs Don’t Have Authorized Generics - And What It Means for Your Prescription Costs
Most drugs don’t have authorized generics because drugmakers only create them to protect profits - not to lower prices. Learn why this affects your prescription costs and what you can do.
