Generics make up 90% of prescriptions but 96% of pharmacy profits. Yet most independent pharmacies are closing because PBM reimbursement practices, clawbacks, and single-source generics are crushing their margins. Here’s how the system works - and who’s really profiting.
Learn how to report adverse drug reactions to the FDA's MedWatch system. Step-by-step guide for patients and providers on what to report, how to fill out the form, and why your report matters for drug safety.
Prednisone and prednisolone are powerful steroids that reduce inflammation fast, but they come with serious short-term and long-term side effects. Learn what to expect, how to reduce risks, and when to seek help.
Statins can cause insomnia and vivid dreams in some people, especially lipophilic types like simvastatin. While large studies say they don't affect sleep, real patient reports and smaller trials suggest otherwise. Switching statins or adjusting timing may help.
Learn how to read FDA-required Medication Guides to spot serious drug risks and follow critical monitoring steps. Know what to watch for, when to call your doctor, and how to avoid preventable side effects.
Tricyclic antidepressants like amitriptyline carry high anticholinergic burden, increasing risks of cognitive decline and dangerous heart rhythms. Safer alternatives exist, and many memory problems linked to these drugs are reversible.
Two congressional bills aim to fix drug and healthcare provider shortages, but a historic government shutdown has frozen all progress. Here’s what’s in the laws, why they’re stuck, and what’s at stake for patients.
Medication adherence is a major health issue-half of people don’t take their pills as prescribed. Learn simple, proven strategies to stay on track with your meds, from pill organizers to cost-saving tips, and why talking to your doctor matters.
Generic medications can trigger allergic reactions due to different inactive ingredients like dyes, lactose, or gluten-even if the brand version was safe. Learn the warning signs, when to call 911, and how to protect yourself.
Citalopram and escitalopram are effective antidepressants but carry QT prolongation risks. Learn the safe dose limits, who's most at risk, and how to avoid dangerous heart rhythms with proper monitoring and safer prescribing practices.