Archive: 2025/12
Medication Therapy Management: How Pharmacists Optimize Generic Drug Use for Better Outcomes
Pharmacists play a critical role in Medication Therapy Management by identifying cost-saving generic drug alternatives that improve adherence and reduce healthcare costs. Learn how MTM works, why generics are safe, and how to get this free service.
Travel Storage: How to Keep Medications Safe on the Go
Learn how to safely store medications while traveling-covering temperature control, TSA rules, insulin safety, and essential tips to avoid medical emergencies on the road.
Patent Challenges and Settlements: How Companies Negotiate Entry
Most patent disputes end in settlement, not court. Learn how companies negotiate entry, structure deals, avoid costly mistakes, and turn legal battles into strategic wins through licensing, cross-licensing, and smart negotiation tactics.
Multicultural Perspectives on Generics: How Culture Affects Patient Trust and Adherence
Cultural beliefs about color, shape, and ingredients affect how patients accept generic medications. From halal gelatin to distrust of white pills, cultural factors shape adherence-and ignoring them costs lives.
Why You Must Tell Your Doctor About Supplements and Herbal Remedies
Many people take supplements without telling their doctors - but this can lead to dangerous interactions with medications. Learn why full disclosure is essential for your safety and how to talk to your provider about herbs and vitamins.
Alcohol and Prescription Drugs: Dangerous Interaction Effects
Mixing alcohol with prescription drugs can cause deadly interactions - even with just one drink. Learn which medications are most dangerous, who's at highest risk, and how to protect yourself.
Nasal Decongestants and Blood Pressure Medications: What You Need to Know for Safe Use
Nasal decongestants can dangerously raise blood pressure and interfere with hypertension medications. Learn which ingredients to avoid, safe alternatives, and how to protect your heart when you have a cold.
Switching Health Plans? How to Check Generic Drug Coverage and Save Money
Switching health plans? Don't assume your generic drugs will be cheap. Learn how formularies, tiers, and state laws affect your out-of-pocket costs - and how to avoid surprise bills.
Antitrust Laws and Competition Issues in Generic Pharmaceutical Markets
Antitrust laws in the generic drug market aim to prevent pay-for-delay deals, patent abuse, and product hopping that block cheaper alternatives. These practices cost consumers billions and limit access to essential medications.
How to Re-Challenge or Desensitize After a Drug Allergy Under Supervision
Drug desensitization allows patients with life-threatening allergies to safely receive essential medications under medical supervision. Learn how it works, who qualifies, and what to expect during the procedure.
COPD Exacerbations: Common Triggers, Warning Signs, and What to Do in an Emergency
COPD exacerbations are sudden, dangerous flare-ups that worsen breathing, increase infection risk, and cause lasting lung damage. Learn the key triggers, warning signs, and emergency steps to protect your lungs and avoid hospitalization.
Drug Reaction with Eosinophilia and Systemic Symptoms (DRESS): Symptoms, Causes, and What to Do
DRESS syndrome is a rare but life-threatening drug reaction causing fever, rash, organ damage, and high eosinophil levels. Learn the warning signs, common triggers like allopurinol, and why early treatment saves lives.
