Category: Medications - Page 3

Pharmacist Responsibility for Reporting Generic Drug Problems: What You Need to Know

Posted By Kieran Beauchamp    On 20 Dec 2025    Comments (13)

Pharmacist Responsibility for Reporting Generic Drug Problems: What You Need to Know

Pharmacists play a critical role in spotting generic drug problems like therapeutic inequivalence. Learn what to report, how to report it through MedWatch, and why your reports matter - even if no one else notices.

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Stability Testing: How Pharmaceutical Companies Monitor Drug Quality Long After Manufacturing

Posted By Kieran Beauchamp    On 18 Dec 2025    Comments (10)

Stability Testing: How Pharmaceutical Companies Monitor Drug Quality Long After Manufacturing

Stability testing ensures pharmaceuticals remain safe and effective over time. Learn how drug manufacturers monitor quality long after production using ICH guidelines, real-time chambers, and advanced analytics.

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TNF Inhibitors: How Biologics Work for Autoimmune Conditions

Posted By Kieran Beauchamp    On 16 Dec 2025    Comments (14)

TNF Inhibitors: How Biologics Work for Autoimmune Conditions

TNF inhibitors are biologic drugs that block tumor necrosis factor alpha to reduce inflammation in autoimmune diseases like rheumatoid arthritis and Crohn's. They offer significant relief but carry infection risks and aren't effective for everyone.

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Market Exclusivity Extensions: How Pharma Companies Extend Monopolies Beyond Patents

Posted By Kieran Beauchamp    On 15 Dec 2025    Comments (10)

Market Exclusivity Extensions: How Pharma Companies Extend Monopolies Beyond Patents

Market exclusivity extensions let pharmaceutical companies delay generic competition for years beyond patent expiration using FDA-granted protections like orphan drug status and pediatric extensions. Here's how they work-and why they're costing patients billions.

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Orange Book Database: FDA's Approved Drug Products With Therapeutic Equivalence

Posted By Kieran Beauchamp    On 12 Dec 2025    Comments (8)

Orange Book Database: FDA's Approved Drug Products With Therapeutic Equivalence

The FDA's Orange Book database lists approved drugs, their patents, and therapeutic equivalence ratings - helping pharmacists, generic manufacturers, and patients know when cheaper alternatives are legally available.

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How to Split Pills Safely to Reduce Medication Costs

Posted By Kieran Beauchamp    On 10 Dec 2025    Comments (12)

How to Split Pills Safely to Reduce Medication Costs

Pill splitting can cut medication costs by up to 50%, but only if done safely. Learn which pills can be split, how to use a pill splitter correctly, and safer alternatives to avoid dangerous dosing errors.

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Genetic Factors That Increase Susceptibility to Drug Side Effects

Posted By Kieran Beauchamp    On 8 Dec 2025    Comments (11)

Genetic Factors That Increase Susceptibility to Drug Side Effects

Genetic factors can make some people far more likely to suffer dangerous drug side effects. Learn how your DNA affects how you process medications-and what you can do about it.

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Macrolides and QT-Prolonging Drugs: Understanding the Arrhythmia Risk

Posted By Kieran Beauchamp    On 7 Dec 2025    Comments (15)

Macrolides and QT-Prolonging Drugs: Understanding the Arrhythmia Risk

Macrolide antibiotics like azithromycin and clarithromycin can prolong the QT interval and trigger dangerous heart rhythms, especially in high-risk patients. Learn who's most at risk and how to avoid life-threatening complications.

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Insurance Changes and Generic Switching: How Formulary Updates Affect Your Prescription Costs in 2025

Posted By Kieran Beauchamp    On 4 Dec 2025    Comments (14)

Insurance Changes and Generic Switching: How Formulary Updates Affect Your Prescription Costs in 2025

Understand how 2025 Medicare Part D formulary changes are pushing patients toward generics and biosimilars, what it means for your costs, and how to protect your access to essential medications.

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Tinnitus and Ringing in the Ears from Medications: What You Need to Know

Posted By Kieran Beauchamp    On 3 Dec 2025    Comments (12)

Tinnitus and Ringing in the Ears from Medications: What You Need to Know

Many medications can cause ringing in the ears-known as tinnitus. Learn which drugs are most likely to trigger it, how soon symptoms appear, whether it's reversible, and what steps to take if you suspect your medicine is the cause.

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