Author: Declan Frobisher - Page 2

Antihypertensive combination generics combine two or three blood pressure drugs into one pill, improving adherence and lowering costs. Learn which combos are available, how much they cost, and when they’re worth it - or not.

Learn how to use the FDA's FAERS database to find drug side effect reports safely. Understand what the data really means, how to search it correctly, and why numbers alone can be misleading.

Cognitive biases are invisible mental shortcuts that shape how you interpret information, react to others, and make decisions-often without you realizing it. Understanding them helps you respond more wisely.

When pharmaceutical patents expire, drug prices plummet-often by 80% or more. Generic competition transforms markets, saving patients and systems billions. Here’s how it works, why it’s delayed, and what’s changing in 2026.

Learn how to safely use OTC nasal sprays without triggering rebound congestion. Discover the 3-day rule, safer alternatives like saline and Flonase, and how to break the cycle if you're already dependent.

Learn practical ways to reduce medication waste without risking safety or using expired drugs. Simple storage, tracking, and dosing habits can save money and protect the environment.

Many people stop taking essential medications because of myths about side effects. Learn the truth about antibiotics, statins, OTC painkillers, and more - and how to stay safe without quitting your prescriptions.

Most people labeled penicillin-allergic aren't truly allergic. Learn how penicillin and cephalosporin reactions differ, why cross-reactivity is rare, and how testing can safely restore access to the most effective antibiotics.

Medication Guides are FDA-mandated safety documents for high-risk prescription drugs. Learn what they contain, why they matter, and how to use them to avoid dangerous side effects.

Learn how medication safety during pregnancy works, why outdated labels misled women, and what steps to take now to protect both you and your baby. Real data, real risks, and real solutions.

Crossover trial designs are the standard method for proving generic drugs are bioequivalent to brand-name versions. They reduce sample sizes, improve accuracy, and are required by the FDA and EMA for most bioequivalence studies.

State laws determine whether pharmacists must or can swap brand-name drugs for cheaper generics. These rules affect your costs, adherence, and health outcomes-here's how they vary across the U.S.