Category: Medications - Page 4

Antidepressants for teens come with a black box warning about suicide risk, but the real danger may be avoiding treatment. Learn what the warning means, how monitoring works, and why many experts now say the risks are overstated.

Many people experience side effects after switching to generic medications - not because of the active drug, but because of hidden inactive ingredients like lactose, dyes, or preservatives. Learn how excipients affect tolerance and what you can do about it.

In 2025, telemedicine prescriptions for generics are widely available, but controlled substances like buprenorphine and Adderall face strict new DEA rules. Know what's allowed, who can prescribe, and how to avoid prescription delays.

The FDA requires generic drug labels to match brand-name labels exactly, with few exceptions. This ensures safety and consistency-but creates dangerous delays when new warnings emerge. Learn how the system works and why it's under scrutiny.

Antifungals can cause serious liver damage, especially voriconazole, itraconazole, and ketoconazole. Learn who's at risk, which drugs interact dangerously, and how to protect your liver with proper monitoring.

Authorized generics cost less than brand-name drugs because they're the exact same medication made by the original manufacturer-just without the brand name. Learn why they're cheaper and how to save on prescriptions.

Decongestants like pseudoephedrine and phenylephrine can dangerously raise blood pressure, especially in people with hypertension. Learn which cold medicines to avoid, safer alternatives, and how to stay safe when you need relief.

Oral chemotherapy offers convenience but comes with serious risks. Learn how to stay safe, manage side effects, and avoid common mistakes that can compromise your treatment.

Genetic testing can reveal why some people can't tolerate statins due to SLCO1B1 gene variants. Learn how pharmacogenomics helps match patients with safer statin options and what to do if you've had muscle side effects.

Patent law protects pharmaceutical innovation by granting temporary monopolies, but also enables affordable generics through the Hatch-Waxman Act. This balance drives medical progress while saving billions in healthcare costs.