Written by Mark O'Neill
Opioid-induced constipation affects up to 95% of chronic opioid users and doesn't improve on its own. Learn why fiber doesn't help, what laxatives actually work, and which prescription drugs target the root cause without reducing pain relief.
Written by Mark O'Neill
GDUFA funds FDA reviews of generic drugs through industry fees, cutting approval times from years to months and saving patients trillions. Learn how it works, who pays, and why it matters.
Written by Mark O'Neill
The Naranjo Scale is a widely used tool to determine if a drug caused an adverse reaction. Learn how its 10-question scoring system works, where it's used, its strengths, limitations, and why it's still the gold standard in drug safety assessment.
Written by Mark O'Neill
Drug-induced disseminated intravascular coagulation is a rare but deadly reaction to certain medications. Learn how to recognize the signs, which drugs are most dangerous, and why stopping the trigger is the only thing that saves lives.
Written by Mark O'Neill
Teach kids how generic drugs work - same medicine, lower price. Learn simple ways to explain generics to children, bust common myths, and build lifelong medicine literacy with honest, age-appropriate conversations.
Written by Mark O'Neill
Tramadol can trigger seizures even at normal doses, especially in people with seizure disorders or those taking antidepressants. Learn who's at risk, what alternatives exist, and why this painkiller is unsafe for many.
Written by Mark O'Neill
Learn how to measure your medication adherence with a simple, practical checklist. Understand PDC, MARS-5, and real-world strategies to stay on track with your prescriptions-without tech or guilt.
Written by Mark O'Neill
Shingrix is the only shingles vaccine recommended in the U.S. for adults 50+ and immunocompromised adults 19+. Learn who should get it, how effective it is, side effects, cost, and why waiting isn't safe.
Written by Mark O'Neill
Combining vitamin D supplements with thiazide diuretics can raise calcium levels dangerously high. Learn who’s at risk, what symptoms to watch for, and how to stay safe without stopping either medication.
Written by Mark O'Neill
Learn how to prevent low blood sugar during workouts if you have diabetes. Discover the best exercises, when to eat carbs, how insulin affects your numbers, and how to use technology to stay safe while staying active.