Los Algodones Medication Guide - Page 2

Ginkgo biloba may increase bleeding risk when taken with blood thinners like warfarin or aspirin. While studies conflict, experts recommend caution-and stopping Ginkgo before surgery. Know the risks before you take it.

Learn the key differences between osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis, plus other common types. Understand causes, symptoms, and treatments to get the right care and protect your joints.

SSRI antidepressants are effective but can cause serotonin syndrome when mixed with certain drugs like tramadol, St. John’s wort, or MAOIs. Learn the real risks, warning signs, and how to stay safe.

Ethnicity influences how drugs work in your body due to genetic differences in metabolism. Learn how CYP450 enzymes, HLA variants, and ancestry affect medication response-and why genetics is replacing race-based prescribing.

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.