Category: Pharmacy and Medication - Page 2
Patient Counseling on Generics: What Pharmacists Must Discuss to Improve Adherence and Trust
Pharmacists must clearly explain generic substitutions to patients to prevent medication non-adherence. Covering bioequivalence, appearance changes, and cost savings-not just saying 'it's the same'-can save lives and improve outcomes.
How to Communicate Generic Substitution to Pediatric and Senior Patients
Learn how to explain generic drug substitutions to children and older adults without causing confusion or reducing adherence. Practical tips for pharmacists, caregivers, and providers on building trust and ensuring safety.
Blockchain for Drug Verification: How It Ensures Generic Medication Authenticity
Blockchain is transforming how generic medications are verified, cutting counterfeit drugs by over 90% in real-world use. Learn how it works, why it's mandatory by 2026, and what pharmacies must do now.
How to Decide When to Replace Expired OTC First-Aid Medications
Learn when to replace expired OTC first-aid meds to avoid danger during emergencies. Not all expired drugs are unsafe-but some, like epinephrine and eye drops, can be life-threatening. Know the rules, check your kit, and stay prepared.
Acid-Reducing Medications and How They Interfere with Other Drugs
Acid-reducing medications like PPIs and H2 blockers can drastically reduce absorption of key drugs including HIV treatments, cancer meds, and antifungals. Learn which drugs are affected, why it happens, and how to protect your treatment.
Hatch-Waxman Act: How U.S. Law Makes Generic Drugs Affordable and Accessible
The Hatch-Waxman Act revolutionized U.S. drug access by creating a fast-track path for generic drugs while protecting brand innovation. It's why 90% of prescriptions are now filled with affordable generics.
Drug Safety Signals and Clinical Trials: How Hidden Risks Emerge After Approval
Drug safety signals emerge after clinical trials end, revealing hidden risks only visible when millions use a drug. Learn how these signals are detected, why trials miss them, and how regulators act to protect patients.
How Pharmacogenomics Reduces Drug Interaction Risk Through Personalized Medicine
Pharmacogenomics reveals how your genes affect drug processing, helping predict and prevent dangerous interactions. Learn how genetic variants like CYP2D6 and TPMT change drug safety and why this science isn't yet standard in care.
Monoclonal Antibody Biosimilars: Examples and Clinical Uses
Monoclonal antibody biosimilars offer the same clinical benefits as originator biologics at a fraction of the cost. Learn about approved examples like Truxima and Kanjinti, their uses in cancer and autoimmune diseases, safety data, and how they're transforming treatment access.
Antihistamines and Restless Legs: Worsening Symptoms and Safe Alternatives
Sedating antihistamines like Benadryl can severely worsen restless legs syndrome by blocking dopamine in the brain. Learn which OTC meds to avoid and the safest alternatives for allergies and sleep.