Author: Laurence Pendell - Page 2

Generic drug patents and exclusivity periods vary by country, affecting when affordable versions reach patients. The U.S., EU, Canada, and others have different rules on patent extensions, data protection, and generic incentives - with major impacts on drug prices and access.

Learn the most common foodborne pathogens like Salmonella, Listeria, and Norovirus, how they spread, and the simple steps you can take every day to protect yourself and your family from food poisoning.

Blue light from screens suppresses melatonin, delaying sleep and reducing quality. Limit screen time 1-2 hours before bed, use blue light filters, and replace scrolling with calm routines for deeper rest.

Teriparatide and abaloparatide are the only bone-building drugs for severe osteoporosis. Learn how they differ in effectiveness, safety, cost, and real-world outcomes in 2026.

Direct-to-consumer generic pharmacies are cutting out middlemen to deliver affordable medications directly to patients. Learn how platforms like Ro and Honeybee Health are changing how people access common prescriptions-faster, cheaper, and with more transparency.

Immunosuppressive drugs control autoimmune diseases but carry serious risks like infections, cancer, and organ damage. Learn which medications are safest, how to reduce complications, and what patients are really experiencing.

Generic drugs work the same as brand-name versions but cost up to 85% less. Learn how the FDA ensures they're safe, when to stick with brand-name, and how to save money without sacrificing effectiveness.

The FDA doesn't rate biosimilars like consumer products-it evaluates them through rigorous scientific testing to ensure they're highly similar to reference biologics with no clinically meaningful differences in safety or effectiveness.

The FDA requires generic drugs to meet the same safety, strength, and effectiveness standards as brand-name drugs. Learn how bioequivalence, manufacturing rules, and strict testing ensure generics work just as well.

Contamination controls in generic drug manufacturing prevent dangerous adulteration through strict cleanroom standards, real-time monitoring, and human process controls. Learn how facilities ensure safety without sacrificing affordability.

Understand how FDA inspection records work, what manufacturers must disclose, and why transparency matters for drug safety. Learn about Form 483, remote inspections, and the real cost of compliance.

Despite a 2006 FDA warning, research shows triptans and SSRIs together do not significantly increase serotonin syndrome risk. Evidence from large patient studies confirms the combination is safe for migraine sufferers on antidepressants.