Archive: 2025/11
Grapefruit juice can dangerously increase simvastatin levels in the blood, raising the risk of muscle damage and kidney failure. Learn how much is unsafe, which statins are safer, and what symptoms to watch for.
Nov, 22 2025
Compounded medications are custom-formulated drugs for patients who can't use standard prescriptions due to allergies, dosage needs, or swallowing issues. Learn when they're necessary, how to find safe pharmacies, and the risks involved.
Nov, 21 2025
Twenty-seven states have special laws restricting generic substitution for narrow therapeutic index (NTI) drugs like warfarin and levothyroxine. Learn which states block swaps, why they do it, and what you should do if you take one of these critical medications.
Nov, 20 2025
Learn practical ways to prevent medication waste while keeping drugs within their safe expiration dates. Save money, reduce environmental harm, and help patients with simple inventory and storage habits.
Nov, 19 2025
Discover which medications are safe to take while breastfeeding, backed by evidence from LactMed, AAP, and CDC. Learn about pain relief, antidepressants, antibiotics, and what to avoid - without stopping breastfeeding.
Nov, 19 2025
Compare Diltiazem HCL with top calcium channel blocker alternatives like Amlodipine, Verapamil, and Nifedipine. Learn which works best for high blood pressure, angina, and side effect profiles.
Nov, 18 2025
Generic antiseizure medications can save money, but for narrow therapeutic index drugs like lamotrigine and carbamazepine, even small changes in formulation can trigger seizures. Learn the risks, who's most vulnerable, and how to protect yourself.
Nov, 17 2025
Off-label drug use is legal, common, and often necessary - especially in pediatrics, oncology, and psychiatry. Learn why doctors prescribe medications beyond FDA approval and how patients can navigate the risks and insurance hurdles.
Nov, 16 2025
First generic entry causes prices to drop sharply at launch because competitors offer nearly identical products at 40-80% lower costs. This trend is reshaping software, electronics, and cloud services.
Nov, 16 2025
Learn how FDA boxed warnings evolve over time to reflect new safety data, why they change, how to track updates, and what they mean for your medication use. Real examples and practical steps included.
Nov, 14 2025