Category: Medications - Page 3

Generic drugs make up 90% of U.S. prescriptions and save billions annually. Learn how they're made, tested, and approved to match brand-name drugs - without the high cost.

Learn how to safely travel with medications in 2026-avoid confiscation, understand international rules, store insulin properly, and get refills abroad. Essential tips for every traveler.

Buprenorphine offers a safer alternative to methadone for opioid addiction treatment, thanks to its ceiling effect that limits respiratory depression. Learn how it works, its real side effects, and why it's helping millions stay alive.

As of early 2026, over 270 medications are in short supply in the U.S., including critical chemotherapy drugs, IV fluids, and antibiotics. Learn which drugs are hardest to find, why shortages persist, and what patients and providers can do.

Bioavailability studies ensure generic drugs are absorbed the same way as brand-name versions. The FDA uses AUC and Cmax measurements to confirm equivalence, allowing safe, low-cost alternatives without clinical trials.

Dairy products can block up to 90% of your bisphosphonate absorption, making osteoporosis treatment ineffective. Learn the exact rules for taking these medications with plain water only and waiting 30-60 minutes before eating or drinking anything else.

Learn how to check REMS requirements before starting a new medication to avoid delays, refills denials, or dangerous side effects. Step-by-step guide for patients and providers.

Learn how to measure children's medication doses accurately at home using milliliters and oral syringes to avoid dangerous errors. Essential guide for parents and caregivers.

Generic drugs are just as safe and effective as brand-name drugs but cost up to 85% less. Learn how the FDA ensures they work the same, why prices differ, and when to stick with brand-name versions.

Learn how bioavailability and bioequivalence determine if generic drugs work as well as brand-name versions. Understand the science behind generic approval, the 80/125 rule, and why most generics are just as effective.

Generics keep global healthcare spending from spiraling out of control, saving billions annually. Yet access remains unequal. Learn how generics shape drug costs worldwide - and why they're critical for affordable care.

Many patients take separate generic pills instead of fixed-dose combinations for flexibility and cost - but this comes with risks like lower adherence and untested interactions. Learn when it makes sense - and how to stay safe.