Doctors prescribe generics 90% of the time, but many still doubt their effectiveness. Medical education often ignores bioequivalence science, leading to brand-name habits and patient mistrust. Here’s how to fix it.
MASLD, formerly called NAFLD, affects 1 in 4 adults worldwide and is often silent until it's advanced. Learn the real risks, who's most vulnerable, and how simple lifestyle changes can reverse it before it's too late.
Learn how to read your prescription label step by step to avoid dangerous mistakes. Understand medication names, strengths, dosing instructions, and safety warnings so you take your medicine correctly every time.
Learn how to tell the difference between a true MS relapse and a pseudorelapse, what triggers each, and why steroids are often unnecessary - and even harmful - for pseudorelapses.
The FDA's black box warning on antidepressants for youth was meant to prevent suicide, but data shows it may have led to fewer treatments and more suicide attempts. Here's what the evidence really says.
Skipping prescription medication doses can lead to serious health risks, from antibiotic resistance to heart attacks. Learn why timing matters, which drugs are most sensitive, and practical ways to stay on track.
Protein-rich foods can reduce medication absorption by up to 50%, especially for drugs like levodopa. Learn how to time meals and meds for better effectiveness, avoid common mistakes, and use proven strategies to stay in control.
Learn how to set up medication reminders and alarms that actually work to improve adherence. Discover the best apps, physical backups, caregiver tools, and proven strategies to stop missing doses.
Loteprednol is a safe, effective steroid eye drop used to reduce inflammation and swelling in the macula. Learn how it works, when it’s prescribed, and how it compares to other treatments for macular edema.
Anemia in kidney disease is caused by low erythropoietin and iron problems. Learn how IV iron and ESA therapy work, why targets are now 10-11.5 g/dL, and what newer oral treatments like roxadustat offer.
Mixing lamotrigine and alcohol can cause dangerous side effects, including increased seizure risk, toxic drug levels, and severe skin reactions. Learn why even one drink can be risky and what to do instead.
Perindopril erbumine is a key medication for people with diabetes and high blood pressure. It protects the kidneys, lowers heart risk, and doesn't affect blood sugar levels. Here's what you need to know about how it works, side effects, and long-term benefits.