Category: Medications - Page 3
Learn how to prevent dangerous duplicate medications after specialist visits, especially for seniors on multiple prescriptions. Simple steps like using one pharmacy, keeping a full med list, and asking the right questions can save lives.
Doctors prescribe generics for 90% of medications, but many don’t understand why they’re safe. This article explores the gap in medical education, how bioequivalence works, and what’s needed to build real confidence in generic drugs.
Boxed warnings are the FDA's strongest safety alerts on prescription drugs. Learn how these warnings change over time, how they're tracked through the SrLC database, and why staying updated matters for patient safety.
Discover the top FDA-referenced mobile apps that help track drug side effects, prevent dangerous interactions, and improve medication safety - with real data, user reviews, and 2025 updates.
Learn how to safely talk to your pharmacist about expired drugs-what's risky, what's okay, and how to avoid dangerous mistakes. Get clear advice on insulin, antibiotics, OTC meds, and proper disposal.
Learn how to find the lowest price for generic medications using real-time tools, apps like GoodRx, and state-level transparency laws. Save money without insurance loopholes.
New research shows immunosuppressants don’t increase cancer recurrence risk. Learn what the latest data says about anti-TNF drugs, timing, and monitoring for patients with a history of cancer.
Opioid tolerance means your body adapts to the drug, requiring higher doses for the same pain relief. This biological response increases overdose risk, especially after periods of abstinence. Learn why doses rise, how it differs from addiction, and what to do next.
Your medical history directly affects how your body reacts to medications. From past allergies to chronic conditions and polypharmacy, knowing your history can prevent dangerous side effects and even save your life.
Insulin, EpiPens, and nitroglycerin lose potency quickly after expiration. Using them past their date can be life-threatening. Learn the real risks, storage rules, and what to do when they expire.