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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.

Discover proven, science-backed non-opioid pain relief options-from exercise and CBT to new FDA-approved drugs-that help manage chronic and acute pain safely and effectively without the risks of opioids.

Oxcarbazepine can cause dizziness in up to one in three users. Learn practical ways to reduce it-through timing, hydration, diet, and talking to your doctor-without stopping your medication.

Ciloxan (ciprofloxacin) is a common antibiotic eye drop for bacterial infections, but cheaper and equally effective alternatives like Ofloxacin and Tobrex exist. Learn which one suits your infection type, cost needs, and medical history.

Finasteride began as a prostate medication but became the most common treatment for male hair loss. Learn how a side effect turned it into a global solution - and what you need to know before using it.

Explore whether vinpocetine can lift energy levels for chronic fatigue syndrome patients, covering its mechanism, evidence, safety, dosage, and how it compares to other supplements.

Learn why clarithromycin is the first‑line antibiotic for Legionnaires' disease, proper dosing, safety monitoring, alternatives, and special‑population considerations.