Category: Medications - Page 4
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
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
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, 13 2025
Generic drugs save money but often suffer from manufacturing defects like capping, contamination, and dosing errors. Learn how these issues happen, why they're more common in generics, and what patients can do to stay safe.
Nov, 12 2025
Learn how to create a simple, effective medication expiration review schedule to avoid using unsafe or ineffective drugs. Protect your health, save money, and reduce waste with practical steps and expert-backed tips.
Nov, 7 2025
Taking SSRIs and NSAIDs together increases your risk of dangerous GI bleeding by 75%. Learn why, who’s most at risk, safer alternatives, and how to protect yourself with proven prevention strategies.
Nov, 1 2025
Orlistat blocks fat absorption but causes messy side effects. Discover better alternatives like semaglutide, Qsymia, and lifestyle changes that actually work without the discomfort.
Oct, 31 2025