Category: Medications - Page 2

How to Read Prescription Label Directions Like BID, TID, and PRN

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Learn what BID, TID, and PRN really mean on your prescription labels. Stop guessing your dosing schedule and avoid dangerous mistakes with clear, practical advice backed by medical research.

Post-Market Surveillance: How the FDA Monitors Generic Drugs After Approval

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The FDA monitors generic drugs after approval using real-time data, adverse event reports, and factory inspections to ensure ongoing safety. Learn how FAERS, Sentinel, and AI are helping catch hidden risks.

Tiered Copays: Why Your Generic Medication Might Cost More Than Expected

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Why your generic drug might cost more than the brand-name version - it's not about the medicine, it's about rebates. Learn how tiered copays work and what you can do to save money.

How Different Countries Regulate NTI Generics: A Global Comparison

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NTI generics require stricter regulation than regular generics due to their narrow safety margin. This article compares how the FDA, EMA, Health Canada, and Japan approve these high-risk drugs, and why global harmonization is critical for patient safety.

Glossary of FDA Label Terms: From Contraindication to Precaution

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Understand key FDA drug label terms like contraindication, precaution, and indications to use medications safely. Learn what each section means, why it matters, and how to read your prescription label correctly.

Warfarin Side Effects and Bleeding Risks: What You Must Know Before Taking It

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Warfarin is a powerful blood thinner that saves lives-but it carries serious bleeding risks. Learn the warning signs, how to reduce your risk, and what to do in an emergency.

MAO Inhibitors: Dangerous Interactions with Common Medications

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MAO inhibitors can be effective for treatment-resistant depression, but they carry serious risks when mixed with common medications, foods, or supplements. Learn which drugs and foods to avoid to prevent life-threatening reactions like serotonin syndrome and hypertensive crisis.

Gabapentinoids and Opioids: The Hidden Danger of Combined Respiratory Depression

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Gabapentinoids like gabapentin and pregabalin can cause dangerous respiratory depression when combined with opioids. This interaction increases overdose risk by up to 98%, especially in older adults and those with kidney or lung disease.

Understanding FDA Generic Approval: What Patients Need to Know

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Learn how the FDA approves generic drugs, why they're safe and effective, and how they save patients money without sacrificing quality. A clear, patient-friendly guide to understanding generic medication approval.

Generic vs Brand Identification in Pharmacy Systems: Best Practices for Accurate Medication Dispensing

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Learn how pharmacy systems correctly identify generic and brand drugs using NDC and TE codes, avoid substitution errors, and ensure patient safety with best practices backed by FDA guidelines and real-world data.