Category: Medications & Treatments - Page 2
Where to Find Detailed Side Effect Information for Your Medications
Find reliable, up-to-date side effect information for your medications using official FDA resources like DailyMed, OnSIDES, and VigiAccess. Avoid outdated or paid sources. Know where to look for real-world data beyond the label.
Dec 2 2025
Air Pollution and Asthma: Proven Ways to Reduce Exposure and Control Symptoms
Air pollution worsens asthma symptoms and triggers attacks. Learn proven strategies to reduce exposure-from checking the Air Quality Index and using HEPA filters to supporting clean air policies that protect your lungs.
Dec 2 2025
How to Report a Medication Error or Concern to Your Provider
Learn how to safely report a medication error to your provider or the FDA. Step-by-step guidance on documenting, filing, and following up to protect yourself and others from preventable harm.
Dec 1 2025
First Generic vs Authorized Generic: How Timing of Market Entry Affects Drug Prices
First generics and authorized generics enter the market differently, affecting how quickly drug prices drop. Authorized generics, launched by brand companies, often undercut first generics during their exclusivity period, limiting savings for patients and insurers.
Dec 1 2025
Counterfeit Drugs in Developing Nations: How Fake Medicines Are Killing People and What Can Be Done
Counterfeit drugs in developing nations kill tens of thousands yearly. Fake medicines lack active ingredients or contain toxins, exploiting weak health systems. Solutions exist but need scaling. Everyone deserves safe, affordable medicine.
Dec 1 2025
Global Medication Safety: How the U.S., EU, Canada, and Australia Regulate Drugs Differently
The U.S., EU, Canada, and Australia each have unique drug approval and safety systems. These differences affect which medications are available, how quickly they’re approved, and when they’re pulled from the market - with real consequences for patients worldwide.
Nov 29 2025
Common Prescription Label Misunderstandings and How to Avoid Them
Prescription labels often confuse patients with jargon, unclear symbols, and vague instructions. Learn the most common mistakes, how to read them correctly, and what steps you can take right now to avoid dangerous errors.
Nov 28 2025
How to Create a Family Overdose Emergency Plan for Medications
Learn how to create a family overdose emergency plan with naloxone to save lives during opioid overdoses. Step-by-step guide for recognizing signs, using naloxone, and preparing your household.
Nov 26 2025
Population Pharmacokinetics: How Data Proves Drug Equivalence Across Patient Groups
Population pharmacokinetics uses real-world patient data to prove drug equivalence across diverse groups - not just healthy volunteers. Learn how it's changing generic drug approval and personalized dosing.
Nov 25 2025
Therapeutic Equivalence Codes: How the FDA Determines If Generic Drugs Can Be Substituted
Therapeutic equivalence codes tell you if a generic drug can be safely swapped for a brand-name version. The FDA uses the Orange Book to assign A or B ratings based on bioequivalence, helping pharmacists make safe substitutions that save billions each year.
Nov 22 2025
Steroid-Induced Cataracts: What Vision Changes to Watch For and How They’re Treated
Steroid-induced cataracts can develop quickly in people taking corticosteroids, causing blurry vision, glare, and faded colors. Learn the symptoms, risk factors, and why early eye exams are critical to protect your sight.
Nov 20 2025
Refill-By Dates vs. Expiration Dates on Prescription Labels: What You Need to Know
Learn the critical difference between refill-by and expiration dates on prescription labels to avoid medication waste, safety risks, and treatment gaps. Know when to refill, when to discard, and how to stay in control of your meds.
Nov 19 2025
