Medication dosing must be tailored to age, weight, and kidney function to avoid toxicity or inefficacy. Learn how eGFR, CrCl, and body weight impact prescriptions-and what you can do to stay safe.
Caffeine can reduce the effectiveness of medications like warfarin, levothyroxine, and antidepressants-or amplify dangerous side effects. Learn which drugs interact with coffee, how to avoid risks, and what symptoms demand immediate care.
Annual savings from FDA generic drug approvals totaled $445 billion in 2023, with year-to-year fluctuations driven by patent expirations. Learn how generics cut drug costs, who benefits most, and why savings vary annually.
GERD and acid reflux can be managed effectively with lifestyle changes and short-term PPI use. Learn how to reduce symptoms, avoid long-term medication risks, and find lasting relief without relying on pills.
Behavioral economics reveals why patients choose expensive drugs over cheaper generics-not due to ignorance, but because of psychological biases like loss aversion and confirmation bias. Learn how small nudges can dramatically improve medication adherence.
Deficiency letters from the FDA are the main reason generic drug applications get rejected. Learn the top 5 reasons they’re issued, how to avoid them, and what’s changing at the FDA to speed up approvals.
Learn how to manage low calcium and vitamin D in hypoparathyroidism with proven dosing, diet tips, and monitoring strategies to avoid kidney damage and stabilize symptoms long-term.
Generic drugs work for most people, but some report new side effects after switching. Is it the medication, the manufacturer, or your mind? Here's what the data really shows.
Naloxone co-prescribing saves lives by giving opioid patients a safety net against overdose. Learn who needs it, how it works, and how to get it-even without a prescription.
Cardio burns calories fast, but strength training keeps your metabolism high. The best way to lose weight and keep it off is combining both. Learn how to use each effectively.
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