Category: Medications - Page 5

Learn how to choose the right insulin type and regimen for type 1 or type 2 diabetes, including cost-effective options, new treatments, and practical tips to avoid common mistakes.

Learn how long the FDA takes to approve generic drugs in 2025, from standard 10-month timelines to fast-tracked approvals for complex and shortage drugs. See real data, trends, and what's changing.

Generic drugs cost 80-85% less than brand-name drugs because they don't need to repeat expensive clinical trials. They're chemically identical, equally safe, and regulated by the same standards. Here's how the system saves billions every year.

Bringing your actual pill bottles to doctor appointments is the most reliable way to prevent dangerous medication errors. Learn what to bring, why it matters, and how to prepare for an accurate medication review.

Cephalexin fights bacterial infections by breaking down their cell walls, causing them to burst. Learn how it works, when it's effective, and why finishing your course matters.

Ethionamide is a second-line TB drug with harsh side effects. In 2025, newer alternatives like bedaquiline, linezolid, and levofloxacin are more effective and better tolerated. Here's how they compare.

Nifedipine is a calcium channel blocker used to treat high blood pressure and angina. Learn how it works, common side effects, drug interactions, and what to avoid-especially grapefruit juice.

Chloramphenicol was the first broad-spectrum antibiotic, saving millions from typhoid and meningitis. Despite deadly side effects like aplastic anemia, it remains vital in low-resource settings today.

A detailed comparison of Baclofen with its most common alternatives, covering mechanisms, dosages, side effects, and how to choose the right muscle relaxant.

A detailed comparison of Indinavir with other HIV protease inhibitors, covering efficacy, side effects, dosing, cost, and guidance on choosing the best option.