Category: Medications - Page 5
Gabapentinoid Safety: Safe Dosing, Managing Dizziness, and Preventing Misuse
Gabapentin and pregabalin are commonly prescribed for nerve pain, but high doses increase dizziness, fall risk, and misuse. Learn safe dosing, how to spot danger signs, and what to ask your doctor to stay protected.
Elderly Renal Impairment: How to Adjust Medication Dosing to Prevent Toxicity
Elderly patients with kidney impairment are at high risk for medication toxicity. Learn how to adjust doses using CrCl, which drugs are most dangerous, and how to prevent life-threatening side effects.
Opioids and Adrenal Insufficiency: A Rare but Life-Threatening Side Effect You Need to Know
Opioid-induced adrenal insufficiency is a rare but life-threatening side effect of long-term opioid use. It suppresses cortisol production, leaving patients vulnerable to crisis during stress or illness. Early testing and careful tapering can prevent death.
Nimotop (Nimodipine) vs Alternatives: What Works Best for Subarachnoid Hemorrhage Recovery
Nimotop (nimodipine) is the standard treatment to prevent brain damage after a subarachnoid hemorrhage. Learn how it compares to alternatives like nilvadipine, statins, and endovascular options - and when switching might be necessary.
International Reference Pricing: How Countries Set Generic Drug Prices
International reference pricing helps countries set lower prices for generic drugs by comparing costs across nations. While it saves billions, it also causes shortages and reduces manufacturer incentives. Here's how it works-and where it’s heading.
Doctor Attitudes Toward Generic Drugs: What Providers Really Think
Doctors know generics are safe and effective-but many still hesitate to prescribe them. This article explores why provider attitudes lag behind the science, and what’s needed to close the trust gap.
Rare Adverse Events with Generics: When and How to Report Side Effects
Learn when and how to report rare side effects from generic medications. Understand what counts as serious, how to submit a report to the FDA, and why your report could prevent harm to others.
Generic Price Wars: How Consumers Save Money on Prescription Drugs
Generic drug price wars can slash prescription costs by over 95%, but middlemen often block savings. Learn how to find the real lowest prices and avoid overpaying for generics.
The Benefits of Alendronate for Osteoporosis Treatment
Alendronate is a proven treatment for osteoporosis that reduces fracture risk by improving bone density. Learn how it works, who benefits most, how to take it safely, and what to expect over time.
Nitrofurantoin vs Alternatives: What Works Best for UTIs in 2025
Nitrofurantoin is a common UTI antibiotic, but alternatives like fosfomycin, trimethoprim, and ciprofloxacin offer different benefits. Learn which one suits your health, age, and lifestyle in 2025.