Category: Medications - Page 2
ACE inhibitors can cause sudden kidney failure in people with renal artery stenosis. Learn why this contraindication exists, who’s at risk, and what safer alternatives exist.
Jan, 17 2026
Biosimilars offer safe, effective alternatives to expensive biologic drugs, cutting costs by 15-30%. Learn how they work, why they’re not generics, and how they’re saving patients money without sacrificing care.
Jan, 16 2026
Medication adherence means actively choosing to follow your treatment plan with understanding and support-unlike outdated compliance, which demands blind obedience. Learn why adherence leads to better health outcomes and how to make it work for you.
Jan, 15 2026
Generic drug shortages are disrupting care across the U.S., with 270 active shortages in 2025. Low profits, single-source manufacturing, and global supply chains make these essential medicines unreliable-and patients pay the price.
Jan, 13 2026
Restarting medication after a break can be deadly due to lost tolerance. Learn how to avoid overdose by starting low, going slow, using naloxone, and getting medical help - especially with opioids, benzodiazepines, and antidepressants.
Jan, 8 2026
Learn how to coordinate your medications after hospital discharge to avoid dangerous errors. Step-by-step guide for patients and providers on medication reconciliation, follow-up care, and preventing readmissions.
Jan, 7 2026
Direct-to-consumer drug ads in the U.S. make branded medications seem superior, even when generics are just as effective. These ads shape patient demands, influence doctors, and drive up costs-all while keeping cheaper alternatives invisible.
Jan, 6 2026
Expensive medications can be worth the cost when they save lives, prevent irreversible damage, or offer major improvements over outdated treatments-despite high side effects and price tags. Here’s when it makes sense to choose them.
Jan, 4 2026
India produces 20% of the world's generic drugs and supplies 40% of U.S. generics. With 650 FDA-approved plants and low-cost manufacturing, it's the backbone of global medicine access-despite challenges like API dependence on China.
Jan, 3 2026
Alcohol can cause dangerous spikes in INR levels for people taking warfarin, increasing bleeding risk. Learn how much is safe, why genetics matter, and what symptoms to watch for.
Jan, 3 2026