Category: Medications - Page 3
How to Check for Drug Interactions at Home Safely
Learn how to safely check for drug interactions at home using free tools, what to look for, and when to call your pharmacist. Avoid dangerous combos between prescriptions, OTC meds, and supplements.
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Renal Dosing for Metformin and SGLT2 Inhibitors: When to Adjust in 2025
Updated 2025 guidelines on when to adjust metformin and SGLT2 inhibitor doses in kidney disease. Know the eGFR thresholds, what to do when levels drop, and how to fight insurance denials.
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FDA Authorization of Generics: Legal Basis and Approval Process
The FDA approves generic drugs through the Hatch-Waxman Act's ANDA pathway, ensuring they match brand-name drugs in safety, strength, and effectiveness. Over 90% of U.S. prescriptions are for generics, saving billions annually.
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FDA Bioequivalence Standards for NTI Drugs: What You Need to Know
The FDA enforces stricter bioequivalence standards for narrow therapeutic index (NTI) drugs like warfarin, phenytoin, and digoxin. Learn how 90-111% limits, replicate studies, and tighter quality controls ensure patient safety with generic versions.
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Generic Copays vs Brand Copays: Average 2024 Costs Explained
Learn the real costs of generic vs brand-name drug copays in 2024. See how Medicare and private plans charge differently, what’s changing in 2025, and how to save money on prescriptions.
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St. John’s Wort and Dangerous Drug Interactions: What You Must Know
St. John's Wort may help with mild depression, but it can dangerously reduce the effectiveness of warfarin, birth control, HIV meds, and transplant drugs. Learn the real risks and what you must do to stay safe.
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Why Generic Medications Cost Less for Patients and Insurers
Generic medications cost far less than brand-name drugs because they don’t need expensive clinical trials. They’re just as effective, and with smart shopping, patients can save hundreds a year.
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Generic Drug Availability: How Long After Patent Expiration Do They Actually Hit Shelves?
Generic drugs often take years to appear after a brand-name drug’s patent expires due to legal delays, patent thickets, and regulatory hurdles. Learn why cheaper versions don’t hit shelves right away - and what’s being done about it.
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Chloroquine Phosphate Side Effects and Risks You Need to Know
Chloroquine phosphate carries serious risks including permanent vision loss, heart rhythm problems, and dangerous drug interactions. Learn the real side effects and who should avoid this medication.
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Can Loperamide Help Manage Diarrhea in Inflammatory Bowel Disease?
Loperamide can help manage diarrhea in inflammatory bowel disease by slowing gut movement and firming stools. It's not a cure, but many patients use it safely to regain daily control. Learn how to use it effectively and when to seek other treatments.
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