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.
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.
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.
Menopause hormone therapy can ease symptoms like hot flashes and vaginal dryness, but carries risks like blood clots and breast cancer. Learn how side effects change based on age, delivery method, and health history, and discover safer alternatives.
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.
Learn about uremic symptoms like nausea and itching in kidney failure, and when dialysis should begin based on symptoms-not just lab numbers. Real signs, real data, real choices.
Addison's disease is a rare but life-threatening condition where the adrenal glands fail to produce cortisol and aldosterone. Lifelong steroid replacement is essential, and knowing how to manage illness and stress can prevent fatal adrenal crises.
First generics and authorized generics may look the same, but their timing of market entry changes drug prices dramatically. Learn how brand companies use authorized generics to limit savings and undermine competition.
Learn about the main types of blood pressure medications, their common side effects, safety risks, and how doctors choose the right one for you. Understand why combination therapy is often needed and how to stay safe while taking these drugs.
Understand how FDA inspection records work, what manufacturers must disclose, and how internal audits are protected - with real data on compliance rates, response timelines, and new remote inspection rules.
