Archive: 2026/01

Most muscle pain blamed on statins isn't actually caused by them. Learn which statins carry the highest risk, how to tell if it's the drug or your brain, and what to do if you're worried about side effects.

The FDA doesn't stop monitoring generic drugs after approval. It uses millions of reports, advanced data tools, and targeted watch lists to catch manufacturing flaws and rare safety issues. Here's how it works-and where gaps remain.

Learn how shared decision-making helps pregnant people safely manage mental health medications, balancing risks of untreated illness against medication safety. Evidence-based guidance on SSRIs, lithium, and alternatives.

Learn how to track your medication adherence with a simple, practical checklist. Understand real metrics like PDC, avoid common mistakes, and find easy ways to stay on track with your prescriptions.

SNRI medications offer a dual-action approach to treating depression, anxiety, and chronic pain by boosting serotonin and norepinephrine. Learn how they work, who benefits most, and what to expect from side effects and withdrawal.

Proton pump inhibitors reduce GI bleeding risk in patients on antiplatelet therapy by up to 37%. Learn which PPIs are safe with clopidogrel, when to use them, and how to avoid unnecessary long-term use.

Learn the essential medication safety terms every patient should know-from the Eight Rights to adverse drug events-to prevent harmful errors and take control of your health.

Authorized generics offer the same medication as brand-name drugs at lower prices, with fewer side effects. Learn how to safely switch patients, check insurance coverage, and avoid common pitfalls in medication transitions.

Herpes Simplex Virus has two main types: HSV-1 and HSV-2. Learn how they differ in symptoms, transmission, and treatment. Antiviral therapy can reduce outbreaks and prevent spread - even without visible sores.

Recurrent infections can signal a hidden immune disorder. Learn the 10 red flags, how doctors test for immunodeficiency, and why early diagnosis saves lives - from ear infections to life-threatening pneumonia.

The FDA Orange Book lists approved generic drugs and shows which ones are therapeutically equivalent to brand-name drugs. It's the key tool that lets pharmacists safely substitute generics, saving billions each year.

Switching to generic medications saves money without sacrificing effectiveness. Learn why generics are just as safe and reliable as brand-name drugs-and how they’ve saved Americans over $1.6 trillion in the past decade.