Category: Medications - Page 3
Why Some People React Differently to Generic Medications
Generic medications are cheaper, but not always identical in effect. Some people experience worse symptoms after switching due to differences in inactive ingredients and absorption rates-especially with critical drugs like levothyroxine and warfarin.
Trazodone vs. Alternatives: What Works Best for Sleep and Depression?
Trazodone helps with sleep and depression, but it's not the only option. Compare its effectiveness, side effects, and alternatives like doxepin, mirtazapine, CBT-I, and SSRIs to find what works best for you.
Generic vs. Brand Name Drugs: What You Really Need to Know About Bioequivalence and Cost Savings
Generic drugs save billions and work just as well as brand-name versions. Learn how bioequivalence works, when to be cautious, and why cost shouldn't make you doubt their safety.
How to Document Safety Alerts on Your Medication List: A Practical Guide for Patients and Caregivers
Learn how to document safety alerts on your medication list to prevent deadly errors with high-risk drugs like insulin, blood thinners, and opioids. Simple steps can cut medication mistakes by half.
Warfarin Food Interactions: Complete Food List and Guidelines for Safe Use
Learn which foods affect warfarin, how to eat safely without giving up vegetables, and what to avoid to prevent dangerous bleeding or clotting. Keep your INR stable with consistent diet habits.
Quality by Design in Generic Drug Development: Modern Science-Based Approaches
Quality by Design (QbD) is now mandatory for generic drug approvals. Learn how modern science-based approaches improve bioequivalence, cut approval times, and reduce costs-while avoiding common pitfalls in implementation.
Thyroid Medications: Levothyroxine Safety and Monitoring
Levothyroxine is a life-changing medication for hypothyroidism, but it requires careful dosing and regular TSH monitoring to avoid serious side effects. Learn how to take it safely and when to push for blood tests.
How to Track Post-Marketing Studies for Drug Safety
Learn how to effectively track post-marketing drug safety studies using FAERS, Sentinel, and real-world data. Understand key systems, common delays, regulatory actions, and emerging tools to protect public health.
Orthostatic Hypotension from Medications: Why You Feel Dizzy When You Stand Up
Dizziness when standing up? It could be your medications. Learn which drugs cause orthostatic hypotension, how to spot it, and what steps you can take to feel safer on your feet.
Older Adults on SSRIs: How to Prevent Hyponatremia and Falls
SSRIs help many older adults with depression, but they can cause hyponatremia-a dangerous drop in blood sodium that increases fall risk. Learn how to prevent it with testing, safer alternatives, and early symptom recognition.