Category: Medications - Page 2

Generic drug exclusivity periods vary widely by country, with the U.S. using a complex mix of patents and incentives, while the EU follows a structured 8+2+1 model. These rules determine when affordable generics become available - and who pays the price.

Learn how to safely assess the risk of using expired medications when no alternatives are available. Know which drugs are dangerous, which might still work, and how to check for signs of degradation.

Lower generic drug prices directly improve patient adherence, reduce hospitalizations, and save billions in healthcare costs. Evidence shows that when out-of-pocket costs drop, people take their meds - and live longer.

Bupropion (Zyban) helps people quit smoking by reducing cravings without nicotine, but it has serious drug interactions. Learn what medications to avoid, how to use it safely, and why it works better for some than others.

Learn how to safely dose insulin, choose the right syringes, and prevent dangerous low blood sugar episodes. Avoid common errors that lead to hypoglycemia and hospital visits.

Medication reconciliation saves lives by ensuring accurate medication lists during care transitions. Learn how it works, why it often fails, and what patients and providers can do to prevent dangerous errors.

Medication reminder apps like Medisafe and MyTherapy help people take their pills on time, with studies showing up to 43% better adherence. Learn how these tools work, which ones are best, and how to choose one that fits your life.

Real provider experiences with generic medications reveal that while most generics work as well as brand-name drugs, subtle formulation differences can impact patients on narrow therapeutic index medications. Learn when substitution is safe-and when it’s not.

Sulfonylureas effectively lower blood sugar but carry a high risk of dangerous hypoglycemia. Learn which drugs are safest, how to prevent lows, and what to ask your doctor to stay safe.

Only 15 FDA-approved medications should ever be flushed. Learn which ones, why they’re on the list, and when flushing is the safest option to prevent accidental overdose or death.