Category: Health - Page 4

Generic drugs are used worldwide, but their availability, price, and quality vary dramatically by country. Why do the same pills cost 10x more in some places? Here’s what’s really going on.

Learn how to talk to your doctor about generic vs. brand-name medications, why generics are just as effective, how much you can save, and when to ask for the brand version.

Generic drugs are supposed to be cheap, but the real profits go to a handful of wholesalers who control distribution. Learn how pricing, volume, and shortages shape the hidden economics of generic pharmaceuticals.

Primaquine prevents malaria relapses but carries serious risks, especially for those with G6PD deficiency. Learn the side effects, who should avoid it, and what to do if symptoms appear.

Learn the exact timing rules for vaccines when taking immunosuppressants like rituximab, methotrexate, and IVIG. Get evidence-based guidance to maximize protection and avoid dangerous delays.

Learn how to use OpenFDA and FAERS APIs to search real-world drug side effect reports. Get step-by-step query examples, code snippets, and key limitations every user should know.

Generic drugs may have the same active ingredient as brand-name versions, but different inactive ingredients-excipients-can cause intolerance, bloating, rashes, or GI issues. Learn how to identify and avoid problematic excipients like lactose and artificial dyes.

Learn how to recognize, treat, and prevent low blood sugar if you have diabetes. Understand symptoms, the 15-15 rule, glucagon use, and modern tools like CGMs that reduce hypoglycemia risk.

Bursitis and tendinitis are common joint conditions that cause pain, but they affect different tissues and need different treatments. Learn how to tell them apart, what actually works, and how to prevent them from coming back.

Learn how pre-medication and safety planning reduce the risk of contrast dye reactions during CT scans and X-rays. Know who needs it, what drugs are used, and how to stay safe.

Dangerous combinations of diabetes medications can cause severe hypoglycemia or hyperglycemia. Learn which drug pairs to avoid, how newer treatments like GLP-1 RAs are safer, and what to do if you're on multiple prescriptions.

Pomalidomide shows promise for treating steroid-refractory graft-versus-host disease, especially in patients with skin and joint symptoms. Clinical trials report up to 45% response rates with fewer infections than other options.