Author: Caspian Fothergill
NTI drugs like levothyroxine and tacrolimus have a tiny window between effective and toxic doses. Switching between generic manufacturers can pose real risks-even when FDA-approved. Here’s what you need to know.
After the first generic enters the market, competition explodes - and prices crash. But with each new entrant, manufacturing strain, shortages, and consolidation follow. How the Hatch-Waxman Act shapes drug pricing and why the system is breaking down.
Bariatric surgery changes how your body absorbs medications. Many patients need dose adjustments or formulation changes after surgery to avoid therapeutic failure. Learn which drugs are most affected and what to do about it.
Post-market surveillance is how hidden side effects of drugs and medical devices are found after approval. It saves lives by catching risks clinical trials miss - and you can help by reporting unusual reactions.
Medications like sleep aids, painkillers, and antihistamines can cause brain fog and memory loss - but it’s often reversible. Learn which drugs are to blame, how to spot the signs, and how to safely switch to safer alternatives.
Learn how to access manufacturer savings programs for brand-name drugs, reduce out-of-pocket costs, avoid common pitfalls like accumulator programs, and navigate eligibility rules for private insurance patients.
Cranberry products can dangerously raise INR levels in people taking warfarin, increasing bleeding risk. Learn why even small amounts can be harmful and what safer alternatives exist.
Chinese manufacturers produce 80% of the world's generic drug ingredients, but quality issues, weak oversight, and supply chain risks threaten patient safety. Here's what you need to know about the hidden dangers behind low-cost generics.
Taking SSRIs and NSAIDs together can raise your risk of stomach bleeding by 75%. Learn why this happens, which medications are safest, and how to protect yourself with simple, proven steps.
The Military Shelf Life Extension Program proves many expired medications remain effective years past their labels. SLEP's data challenges conventional expiration dating and saves billions annually by extending drug life under proper storage.