Category: Pharmaceuticals - Page 2
Patent expiry means cheaper generics-but only if you plan ahead. Learn what patients and healthcare systems must do now to avoid cost traps, side effects, and supply shortages as hundreds of drugs lose exclusivity.
Time-released melatonin doesn't work for jet lag-it can make it worse. Learn why immediate-release melatonin, taken at the right time, is the only proven way to reset your body clock after crossing time zones.
Bronchodilators open airways for immediate relief; corticosteroids reduce long-term inflammation. Used together correctly, they control asthma and COPD. Learn how they work, why timing matters, and how to use them safely.
The FDA Sentinel Initiative uses big data from millions of patient records to detect hidden drug safety risks in real time, replacing outdated reporting systems with proactive, evidence-based monitoring.
Vancomycin saves lives but carries risks of kidney damage and hearing loss. Learn how to balance nephrotoxicity and ototoxicity with current guidelines, monitoring strategies, and real-world data.
Learn which medications are safe and effective for children based on age, weight, and condition. Avoid dangerous dosing errors and understand why pediatric formulations matter more than you think.
An ANDA is the FDA application that allows generic drugs to enter the market without repeating costly clinical trials. It's how 90% of U.S. prescriptions are filled at a fraction of the cost.
Tentative FDA approval for generics means the drug meets all safety and quality standards - but it still can't be sold. Learn why patents, lawsuits, manufacturing issues, and corporate strategy cause long delays before generics reach patients.
NSAID overdose can cause silent gastrointestinal bleeding, especially in people taking aspirin or other blood thinners. Learn who's at risk, the real warning signs, and how to protect your gut without giving up pain relief.
Narrow therapeutic index drugs require extreme precision in dosing. Learn why generic versions can be risky, how the FDA regulates them, and what steps you can take to stay safe when switching medications.
Tingling and numbness from medications may seem minor, but they're early signs of nerve damage. Learn which drugs cause this, how to spot it early, and what to do before it becomes permanent.
Switching between generic medications is common and usually safe - but not for all drugs. Learn which medications are at risk and how to protect yourself from dangerous changes in effectiveness or side effects.