Category: Medications - Page 2
How Media Coverage Undermines Confidence in Generic Drugs
Nov 25 2025 / MedicationsMedia coverage fuels public mistrust in generic drugs despite scientific proof they're just as safe and effective as brand-name versions. Learn how headlines, biased reporting, and lack of education shape your choices-and what you can do about it.
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International Generic Drug Prices: How U.S. Costs Compare Globally
Nov 21 2025 / MedicationsThe U.S. pays far more for brand-name drugs than other countries, but generic medications are often cheaper here. Discover why U.S. generic prices are low, how brand-name costs compare globally, and what Medicare negotiations really mean for patients.
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Manufacturing Cost Analysis: Why Generic Drugs Are So Much Cheaper
Nov 19 2025 / MedicationsGeneric drugs cost far less than brand-name versions because they skip expensive R&D, benefit from massive production scale, and face fierce competition. Learn how manufacturing efficiency drives down prices without sacrificing quality.
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Dofetilide and Cimetidine: Why This Drug Pair Can Trigger Life-Threatening Arrhythmias
Nov 19 2025 / MedicationsDofetilide and cimetidine together can cause life-threatening heart rhythms due to a dangerous drug interaction that spikes dofetilide levels. Learn why this combo is strictly contraindicated and what safer alternatives exist.
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Neurobion Forte Injection vs Alternatives: What Works Best for Nerve Health?
Nov 18 2025 / MedicationsNeurobion Forte Injection contains mecobalamin, pyridoxine, and nicotinamide to treat nerve pain. Discover cheaper, safer alternatives like mecobalamin-only shots, benfotiamine, and ALA injections that may work just as well.
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Medication-Related Weight Changes: How Drugs Cause Gain or Loss and What to Do About It
Nov 18 2025 / MedicationsMany medications cause unexpected weight gain or loss through biological mechanisms-not just diet or lifestyle. Learn which drugs affect weight, why it happens, and how to manage it safely with your doctor.
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Anticonvulsants and Birth Control: What You Need to Know About Reduced Effectiveness
Nov 17 2025 / MedicationsCertain seizure medications can make birth control pills, patches, and rings ineffective, leading to unplanned pregnancy. Learn which anticonvulsants interfere, which birth control methods are safe, and what to do if you're at risk.
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How to Read the NDC Number to Confirm the Correct Medication
Nov 16 2025 / MedicationsLearn how to read the NDC number on medication labels to prevent dangerous dispensing errors. Understand the 3-segment code, convert formats for billing, and verify drugs accurately with FDA tools.
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Metformin and Kidney Function: How to Monitor and Adjust Doses Safely
Nov 16 2025 / MedicationsLearn how to safely use metformin with kidney disease. Understand eGFR guidelines, proper dosing, when to hold the medication, and why stopping it unnecessarily can be more harmful than keeping it.
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Counterfeit Medications: How to Spot Fakes and Protect Your Health
Nov 11 2025 / MedicationsCounterfeit medications are a global health threat, with fake pills containing lethal substances like fentanyl. Learn how to spot fakes, verify online pharmacies, and protect yourself from dangerous counterfeit drugs.
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