Author: Tom Bolger

MedWatch vs VAERS: How to Report Drug and Vaccine Side Effects Correctly

Jan, 18 2026

Learn how to correctly report drug and vaccine side effects using MedWatch and VAERS, the two key FDA systems for monitoring adverse events. Know which system to use and why your report matters.

Night-Shift Workers and Sedating Medications: How to Stay Alert and Safe

Jan, 9 2026

Night-shift workers often turn to sedating medications to sleep during the day, but these drugs carry serious risks. Learn how modafinil, melatonin, and sleep aids work, their dangers, and safer, science-backed ways to stay alert and rested.

FDA Inspection of Generic Manufacturing Facilities: What to Expect in 2026

Jan, 7 2026

Understand what happens during an FDA inspection of a generic drug facility in 2026. Learn about the six systems reviewed, how to prepare, what an FDA 483 means, and how the new PreCheck program can help you avoid costly delays.

Pharmacy Counseling Online: How to Get Professional Advice on Generic Medications

Jan, 6 2026

Learn how to get professional, personalized advice on generic medications through online pharmacy counseling. Save up to 85% on prescriptions while ensuring safety and effectiveness with expert guidance.

When to Suggest Authorized Generics: Pharmacist Recommendations for Safer, Smarter Substitutions

Jan, 3 2026

Pharmacists should recommend authorized generics for patients with allergies, narrow therapeutic index drugs, or modified-release formulations. These are identical to brand-name drugs but cost 20-80% less. Learn when and how to suggest them safely.

How to Keep Emergency Medications Accessible but Secure

Jan, 3 2026

Learn how to store emergency medications like epinephrine and naloxone so they're safe from kids and theft-but still instantly accessible during a crisis. Follow expert-backed storage rules for home, school, and EMS settings.

De Facto Combinations: Why Some Patients Take Separate Generics Instead of Fixed-Dose Combos

Jan, 1 2026

Many patients take separate generic pills instead of fixed-dose combinations to save money or adjust doses. But this 'de facto combination' practice carries hidden risks - from missed doses to untested drug interactions. Here's what you need to know.

Postoperative Ileus and Opioids: How to Prevent and Treat Delayed Bowel Function After Surgery

Dec, 30 2025

Postoperative ileus worsened by opioids delays recovery after surgery. Learn how multimodal pain control, early movement, and targeted medications can prevent it and get you home faster.

Bridging Therapy: How to Safely Switch Between Blood Thinners

Dec, 23 2025

Bridging therapy with injectable blood thinners is no longer routine. Learn when it’s truly needed, why DOACs make it obsolete for most, and how to safely transition between anticoagulants without unnecessary risk.

Generic Absorption Rates: How They Must Match Brand Drugs to Ensure Safety and Effectiveness

Dec, 22 2025

Generic drugs must match brand-name absorption rates within strict FDA limits to be approved. Learn how bioequivalence standards ensure safety, why patient concerns often don't match the science, and what you should know before switching.