Author: Nina Maissouradze
Immunizations and Generic Prescriptions: How Pharmacists Are Advocating for Better Care
Pharmacists are now key players in public health, offering immunizations and promoting generic prescriptions to improve access and cut costs. Learn how they’re changing care - and what’s holding them back.
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Fexofenadine and Fruit Juice: Why Your Allergy Medication Might Not Be Working
Fexofenadine (Allegra) can lose up to 77% of its effectiveness when taken with grapefruit, orange, or apple juice due to blocked absorption. Learn why water is the only safe option and what antihistamines won't have this problem.
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Medical Society Guidelines on Generic Drug Use: What Doctors Really Think
Medical society guidelines on generic drug use vary by specialty. While most doctors support generics for cost savings, neurologists and others caution against substitution for drugs with narrow therapeutic indices, where small changes can impact safety and effectiveness.
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Alopecia Areata: Understanding Autoimmune Hair Loss and Modern Treatment Options
Alopecia areata is an autoimmune condition causing sudden, patchy hair loss. Learn how it works, what treatments actually help-including JAK inhibitors-and why emotional support matters as much as medical care.
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Turmeric and Black Pepper with Blood Thinners: What You Need to Know for Safety
Turmeric and black pepper supplements can dangerously interact with blood thinners like warfarin and apixaban, increasing bleeding risk. Learn why even natural supplements aren't safe when combined with prescription meds.
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Hepatitis B and C: How They Spread, How to Test, and What’s New in Treatment
Hepatitis B and C spread differently, test differently, and have vastly different treatments. Learn how to protect yourself, who should get tested, and why a cure for hepatitis C is now routine-but a hepatitis B cure is still on the horizon.
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International Drug Safety Monitoring Systems Explained
International drug safety monitoring systems track adverse reactions to medicines across 170+ countries using global databases like VigiBase. Learn how pharmacovigilance works, why reporting varies by region, and how technology is improving global drug safety.
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Clinical Studies on Generic Drug Efficacy: What the Research Really Shows
Clinical studies show generic drugs are just as effective as brand-name versions for most conditions. Learn when generics work, when to be cautious, and what the science says about safety, cost, and real-world outcomes.
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Continuing Education for Doctors: Staying Current on Generic Medications
Doctors must stay current on generic medications through continuing education to ensure safe, cost-effective prescribing. Learn the legal requirements, real-world impact, and best practices for integrating generics into daily practice.
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Rare Adverse Events with Generics: When and How to Report Side Effects
Learn when and how to report rare side effects from generic drugs. Understand FDA guidelines, what counts as serious, and why your report matters - even if you're not a doctor.
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Insulin Pump Therapy for Type 1 Diabetes: Pros, Cons, and How to Start
Insulin pump therapy offers better blood sugar control and more flexibility for people with type 1 diabetes, but it comes with technical risks and costs. Learn the real pros, cons, and how to start safely.
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How to Share Over-the-Counter and Supplement Use Accurately with Your Healthcare Provider
Learn how to accurately share your over-the-counter meds and supplement use with your healthcare provider to avoid dangerous interactions. Follow simple steps to keep your treatment safe and effective.
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