Category: Medications - Page 2
Drug Safety Monitoring: How the FDA Tracks Generic Drugs After Approval
The FDA doesn't stop monitoring generic drugs after approval-it uses real-time data, inspections, and patient reports to catch hidden risks. Here's how they ensure millions of daily doses stay safe.
Common Prescription Label Misunderstandings and How to Avoid Them
Many people misunderstand their prescription labels, leading to dangerous medication errors. Learn the most common mistakes, why they happen, and how to get clear instructions from your pharmacy to stay safe.
Prior Authorization Requirements for Medications Explained: What You Need to Know
Prior authorization is a common step for many prescription drugs under insurance plans. Learn what it is, which medications require it, how the process works, and what you can do to speed it up or appeal a denial.
High-Dose Statins After Stroke: What the Evidence Says About Benefits and Risks
High-dose statins after stroke can reduce recurrent ischemic events by 16%, but raise the risk of brain bleeds. Learn who benefits most, what side effects to watch for, and how to find the right balance between protection and safety.
Large Print and Accessible Prescription Labels for Low Vision: What You Need to Know
Large print and accessible prescription labels help people with low vision read medication instructions safely. Learn the standards, which pharmacies offer them, how to request them, and what to do if you’re denied.
Teriparatide vs Abaloparatide: What You Need to Know About Anabolic Agents for Osteoporosis
Teriparatide and abaloparatide are anabolic agents that rebuild bone in severe osteoporosis. Learn how they differ in effectiveness, safety, cost, and who should use each one.
Antibiotic-Related Liver Injury: What You Need to Know About Hepatitis and Cholestasis
Antibiotic-related liver injury is a common but often overlooked side effect. Learn how antibiotics like amoxicillin-clavulanate and piperacillin-tazobactam cause hepatitis and cholestasis, who's at risk, and how to protect your liver.
Blood Pressure Medications: Types, Side Effects, and Safety
Learn about the main types of blood pressure medications, their common side effects, safety risks, and why adherence matters more than the drug itself. Understand how doctors choose the right treatment for you.
Grapefruit Juice Interactions: Why Some Medications Are Affected
Grapefruit juice can dangerously increase levels of certain medications by blocking enzymes that break them down. Over 85 drugs are affected, including statins and blood pressure meds. Avoid grapefruit completely if you're on one of them.
When to Report Rare Side Effects from Generic Medications
Learn when and how to report rare side effects from generic medications. Understand what counts as serious, why lot numbers matter, and how your report helps protect others.
