Category: Medications - Page 3
Drug Nomenclature: Chemical, Generic, and Brand Names Explained
Learn how drug names work - chemical, generic, and brand names - and why this system prevents dangerous medication errors. Understand what's in your pills and how to stay safe.
Long-Term Safety of Generic vs Brand Name Drugs: What the Data Really Shows
Long-term studies show generics are often as safe as brand-name drugs-and sometimes safer due to better adherence. But for narrow therapeutic index medications, small formulation differences can matter. Here's what the data really says.
Menopause and Hormone Therapy: What You Need to Know About Benefits and Risks
Hormone therapy can dramatically reduce menopause symptoms like hot flashes and night sweats. Learn who benefits most, the real risks, and how to start safely with the lowest effective dose.
Switching Between Generic Medications: What You Need to Know
Switching between different generic medications is common and usually safe, but for drugs with narrow therapeutic indexes like levothyroxine or warfarin, it can cause serious health risks. Learn how to protect yourself.
Managing Statin Side Effects: Dose Adjustment and Switching Strategies
Statin side effects like muscle pain don't mean you need to quit. Learn how adjusting your dose or switching to a different statin can help you stay protected without discomfort.
MedWatch: How to Report Medication Side Effects and Safety Issues
Learn how to report medication side effects through MedWatch, the FDA's official safety program. Find out who can report, what to include, and why your report matters for public health.
How the FDA Monitors Drug Safety After Medication Approval
The FDA uses advanced systems like FAERS and Sentinel to track drug side effects after approval. Learn how it detects hidden risks, what happens when problems are found, and how patients can help.
Managing Prior Authorizations: How to Avoid Dangerous Treatment Delays
Prior authorization delays are causing dangerous treatment gaps for patients with chronic and life-threatening conditions. Learn how providers and patients can reduce these delays and avoid preventable health crises.
Stability and Shelf Life: Understanding Generic Drug Degradation and Safety Risks
Understanding how generic drugs degrade over time and why shelf life testing matters for safety. Learn the hidden risks, regulatory gaps, and what you can do to protect yourself.
Medications and Work Safety: Risks for Workers on Prescription Drugs and Those Handling Hazardous Drugs
Prescription medications and hazardous drug exposure pose serious workplace risks. Learn how opioids, benzodiazepines, and chemotherapy agents affect worker safety - and what employers and employees can do to prevent injury and illness.
