Author: Laurence Pendell

Insulin biosimilars offer the same safety and effectiveness as branded insulins at 15-70% lower cost. Learn how they work, which ones are available, why adoption is slow, and how to safely switch.

Understanding how medication safety science works - from clinical trials to real-world data - helps you make smarter choices about your drugs. Learn how risks are found, why some drugs get pulled, and what you can do to stay safe.

The FDA uses Import Alerts to block drugs from non-compliant manufacturers, especially targeting GLP-1 APIs since September 2025. Learn how the Green List works, who’s affected, and what it takes to comply.

Generic drugs are just as effective as brand-name versions, saving patients up to 85% on costs. Learn how bioequivalence works, when to be cautious, and why generics are the smart choice for most people.

OTC sleep aids may help occasionally, but they come with real risks - including dementia, falls, and rebound insomnia. Learn what's actually in them, how long to use them, and safer alternatives that work better.

Vertigo isn't just dizziness - it's a spinning sensation caused by inner ear problems. Learn the top causes like BPPV and Meniere's, how vestibular therapy works, and why most people stay dizzy longer than they need to.

Apixaban and rivaroxaban are safe and effective for obese patients at standard doses. Dabigatran increases GI bleeding risk. Edoxaban needs caution in extreme obesity. No dose escalation needed.

Mixing antihistamines and alcohol can cause extreme drowsiness, impaired driving, and even life-threatening depression. Learn why even "non-drowsy" options like Zyrtec and Claritin are risky-and what safer alternatives exist.

Learn how to manage nausea and prevent weight loss during chemotherapy with practical, science-backed nutrition tips. Discover what to eat, what to avoid, and how to get enough calories and protein when your appetite is gone.

Teach teens to manage their own prescription meds with practical steps: build routines, use alarms and pill organizers, talk to doctors, prevent misuse, and gradually hand over responsibility before college.

Budesonide is one of the most cost-effective treatments for asthma and COPD, reducing emergency visits and long-term complications while saving patients money on avoidable care. Learn how this inhaled steroid delivers real value.

Combination NTI drugs offer better control for complex conditions but have almost no generic options due to strict bioequivalence requirements. Even small variations can cause life-threatening effects, making substitution risky and rare.