Category: Pharmacy and Medications - Page 2

Anaphylaxis from medications is a fast, life-threatening reaction that requires immediate epinephrine. Learn the signs, top triggers, and how to respond before it's too late.

Learn how to spot counterfeit generic medicines by checking packaging, using UV lights, scanning barcodes, and understanding verification tools. Protect yourself from dangerous fake drugs with practical, expert-backed steps.

Learn how to read expiration dates on medicine correctly to avoid ineffective or dangerous use. Understand manufacturer vs. pharmacy dates, what to watch for, and when to throw it out.

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.

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.