Author: Laurence Pendell

The Federal Circuit Court holds exclusive authority over all U.S. pharmaceutical patent cases, shaping when generics enter the market, how patents are enforced, and the cost of medicines. Its rulings on ANDA litigation, dosing patents, and jurisdiction have transformed drug development.

Fournier’s gangrene is a rare but deadly infection linked to SGLT-2 inhibitor diabetes drugs like Jardiance and Farxiga. Know the emergency signs-pain, swelling, fever-and act fast to survive.

Learn how to identify and treat common fungal skin infections like Candida and ringworm. Discover what antifungals work best, why infections recur, and how to prevent them.

Medication safety ensures you get the right drugs in the right way, avoiding harmful errors. With over 1.5 million ER visits yearly from preventable drug mistakes, knowing how to protect yourself is essential.

Tobramycin is a powerful antibiotic used to treat serious bacterial infections like cystic fibrosis lung infections, eye infections, and hospital-acquired pneumonia. Learn how it works, who benefits most, and what risks to watch for.

Learn practical tips to manage dorzolamide side effects in elderly patients, from reducing bitter taste to avoiding dizziness and improving adherence. Safe, effective glaucoma care for seniors starts with smart techniques.

Tizanidine commonly causes constipation, but it doesn't have to disrupt your life. Learn practical, science-backed ways to manage this side effect without stopping your medication.

A comprehensive comparison of Calan (Verapamil) with other blood pressure and heart meds, covering mechanisms, side‑effects, dosage, and how to pick the right alternative.

A side‑by‑side look at Flunil (fluoxetine) versus top antidepressant alternatives, covering mechanisms, side effects, cost and how to pick the right one.

A clear, up-to-date comparison of Cephalexin with Amoxicillin, Clindamycin, Azithromycin and Doxycycline, covering uses, dosage, side effects and UK costs.

Explore how idiopathic orthostatic hypotension connects to Parkinson's disease, covering shared mechanisms, diagnosis, treatment, and early warning signs.

Learn which meds commonly cause constipation, why they do it, and practical ways to prevent or treat the side effect for better gut health.