Category: Medications - Page 5

Europe led the world in biosimilar adoption with clear regulations and fast uptake. The U.S. lagged due to legal barriers and strict rules - but is now catching up fast. Here's how the two markets compare today and where they're headed.

Antitrust laws in the generic drug market aim to prevent pay-for-delay deals, patent abuse, and product hopping that block cheaper medications. These practices cost patients billions and delay access to life-saving drugs.

DOACs like apixaban, rivaroxaban, and dabigatran require precise dosing in kidney disease to avoid bleeding or strokes. Learn which drug is safest, how to calculate kidney function correctly, and what doses to use based on real-world data.

Dairy products like milk and yogurt can block the absorption of certain antibiotics, leading to treatment failure. Learn which drugs are affected, how long to wait, and what to avoid to make your antibiotics work.

Medication errors happen in both hospitals and retail pharmacies, but the risks and causes differ. Learn how often mistakes occur, why they slip through, and how to protect yourself from harm.

Generics save billions in healthcare spending, but do they truly deliver better health outcomes? Real-world data shows how cost-benefit analysis drives smarter prescribing and patient savings.

Azulfidine (sulfasalazine) helps treat ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s, but newer drugs like mesalamine are safer and better tolerated. Learn how the top alternatives compare in effectiveness, cost, and side effects.

Compare Atacand (candesartan) with cheaper, equally effective alternatives like losartan, amlodipine, and valsartan. Learn which blood pressure meds work best for cost, side effects, and long-term health.

Next-generation GLP-1 agents like retatrutide and orforglipron offer powerful weight loss but come with serious side effects and safety concerns. Learn what's known - and what's still unknown - about their risks and how to use them safely.

Drug holidays can help manage medication side effects-but only when planned with a doctor. Learn which drugs allow safe breaks, the risks of stopping on your own, and how to do it right.