Archive: 2026/01 - Page 2
Pharmacy Labels and Warning Stickers: How to Read and Understand Your Medication Info
Learn how to read pharmacy labels and warning stickers, understand FDA and state regulations, and protect yourself from medication errors with clear, practical advice for patients and caregivers.
Cardiovascular Disease: Understanding Heart, Stroke, and Vascular Conditions
Cardiovascular disease causes nearly 800,000 U.S. deaths yearly. Learn how heart disease, stroke, and vascular conditions are linked - and what modern medicine and lifestyle changes can do to prevent them.
Medicaid Generic Coverage: State-by-State Variations and Requirements
Medicaid generic drug coverage varies widely by state, with differences in copays, prior authorization, substitution rules, and formularies. Learn how your state manages generics and what you can do to ensure access.
Bioequivalence of Combination Products: Special Testing Challenges
Bioequivalence testing for combination products like fixed-dose pills, topical creams, and inhalers is far more complex than for single-drug generics. Learn why failure rates are higher, costs are soaring, and how new methods like PBPK modeling are changing the game.
Triptans and SSRIs: The Truth About Serotonin Syndrome Risk
Despite FDA warnings, combining triptans and SSRIs does not significantly increase serotonin syndrome risk. Real-world data shows zero confirmed cases, yet many patients are still denied effective migraine treatment. Here’s what you need to know.
Topical Steroid Potency Chart: How to Choose the Right Strength and Avoid Skin Damage
Learn how to use topical steroids safely with a potency chart that matches strength to skin area and condition. Avoid thinning skin, redness, and hormone issues by choosing the right class and limiting use duration.
Teriparatide vs Abaloparatide for Osteoporosis: What You Need to Know in 2026
Teriparatide and abaloparatide are powerful bone-building drugs for severe osteoporosis. Learn how they compare in effectiveness, safety, cost, and real-world outcomes in 2026.
Carbohydrate Counting for Diabetes: A Complete Beginner’s Guide
Learn how to count carbohydrates for diabetes management with this beginner-friendly guide. Understand portion sizes, read labels, match insulin to carbs, and avoid common mistakes to take control of your blood sugar.