Author: Chris Wilkinson

Drug prices vary wildly between countries - the U.S. pays far more for brand-name medications but far less for generics. Learn why, which countries have the lowest prices, and how Medicare’s new negotiations are changing the game.

Depression significantly reduces medication adherence by impairing memory, motivation, and decision-making. Learn how to spot the signs using PHQ-9 and MMAS-8 tools, understand why side effects feel worse, and discover proven strategies to help patients stay on track.

First-generation antihistamines like Benadryl cause dry mouth, constipation, and urinary issues due to anticholinergic effects. Second-generation options are safer, especially for older adults. Learn how to avoid these side effects and switch to better alternatives.

Learn which antihistamines and pain relievers are safe to take while breastfeeding. Discover the best options like loratadine, cetirizine, ibuprofen, and acetaminophen - and which ones to avoid.

The Hatch-Waxman Act revolutionized U.S. drug approval by creating a fast, low-cost pathway for generic drugs while protecting brand innovation. It has saved $1.7 trillion and made 90% of prescriptions affordable.

The TRIPS Agreement reshaped global access to generic medicines by enforcing strict patent rules that raised drug prices and delayed affordable treatments. While it protects pharmaceutical innovation, it has cost lives in low-income countries.

Generic drug substitution laws vary widely by state, affecting costs, safety, and patient rights. Learn how each state handles pharmacist swaps, consent rules, biologics, and high-risk medications - and what you can do to protect yourself.

Combining antipsychotics with other QT-prolonging drugs can dangerously stretch the heart's electrical cycle, raising the risk of life-threatening arrhythmias. Learn which medications are safest, who's most at risk, and how to prevent cardiac events.

Trimethoprim, found in Bactrim and Septra, can dangerously raise potassium levels-even in people with normal kidneys. Learn who's at risk, how fast it happens, and what to do to stay safe.

Discover which statins cause the most muscle pain and how to tell if your symptoms are real or psychological. Learn safer alternatives and what to do if you're afraid to take your medication.