Category: Health and Medicine - Page 2
Generics make up 90% of U.S. prescriptions but only 12% of drug spending, saving billions annually. Learn how they work, why they’re cheaper, and why they’re the most effective tool for controlling healthcare costs.
Jan, 4 2026
Safe opioid use for seniors requires low starting doses, careful monitoring, and avoiding dangerous drugs like meperidine. Learn the latest 2026 guidelines for managing pain in older adults without risking falls, confusion, or overdose.
Jan, 3 2026
irAEs are autoimmune side effects from immune checkpoint inhibitors used in cancer treatment. Learn how to recognize symptoms early, when to start steroids, and what to do if they don’t respond - with updated 2026 guidelines.
Jan, 1 2026
Sexual side effects from medications like antidepressants are common, often unaddressed, and can lead to treatment discontinuation. Learn what causes them, which drugs carry the highest risk, and proven strategies to manage them without quitting your medication.
Dec, 31 2025
The Beers Criteria identify medications that pose higher risks than benefits for older adults. Learn how these evidence-based guidelines help prevent dangerous prescribing, reduce hospitalizations, and improve safety in seniors.
Dec, 30 2025
Learn how to report unexpected side effects from medications to the FDA using MedWatch. Step-by-step guide for patients, caregivers, and healthcare providers to ensure drug safety and help protect others.
Dec, 29 2025
Learn how ACE inhibitors, ARNI, beta blockers, and diuretics work together to treat heart failure. Discover which meds are most effective, their side effects, and why only 35% of patients get the full recommended treatment.
Dec, 26 2025
Learn how narrow therapeutic index drugs work, why generic versions require extra caution, and what steps to take to stay safe when switching between brand and generic versions of critical medications.
Dec, 25 2025
Opioid-induced hyperalgesia is a paradoxical condition where long-term opioid use makes pain worse. Learn how it differs from tolerance, who's at risk, and what treatments actually work.
Dec, 24 2025
Osteoporosis in endocrine diseases like diabetes and thyroid disorders often goes undetected because bone density scans can appear normal. FRAX and bisphosphonates help identify true fracture risk and guide effective treatment.
Dec, 23 2025