Category: Pharmacy - Page 2
Temperature and Humidity Control for Safe Medication Storage: What You Need to Know
Proper temperature and humidity control for medication storage ensures drugs remain effective and safe. Learn the exact conditions needed, where not to store meds, and how to avoid costly, dangerous mistakes.
State Laws on NTI Substitution: Varying Requirements Across the US
State laws on NTI drug substitution vary widely across the U.S., with 27 states restricting generic swaps for medications like warfarin and levothyroxine due to safety risks. Federal rules allow substitutions, but clinical evidence shows dangerous outcomes when small dose changes occur.
Provider Education: Understanding Biosimilar Differences and Why It Matters
Biosimilars offer major cost savings but are often confused with generics. This guide explains how they differ, why provider education is critical, and how to confidently use them in practice.
Bepotastine and Allergic Reactions to Medications: Can It Help Prevent Them?
Bepotastine relieves eye allergy symptoms but cannot prevent allergic reactions to medications. Learn how it works, when to use it, and what alternatives exist for managing drug-induced eye irritation.
How to Compare Dissolution Profiles and What They Mean for Generic and Brand Drugs
Dissolution profile comparison is the key method regulators use to prove generic drugs work like brand-name versions. Learn how f2 scores, pH testing, and statistical models ensure bioequivalence without human trials.
How Government Controls Generic Drug Prices in the U.S. Today
Government controls generic drug prices in the U.S. through Medicaid rebates, Medicare caps, and now direct negotiation. Learn how these rules affect your out-of-pocket costs and what you can do to save money.
Antihistamines: Types, Side Effects, and Safe OTC Use Guidelines
Learn how to choose the right OTC antihistamine for allergies - from Claritin and Zyrtec to Allegra and Benadryl. Understand side effects, safety tips, and which ones actually work without making you sleepy.
Manufacturing Cost Analysis: Why Generic Drugs Are So Much Cheaper
Generic drugs cost far less than brand-name versions because they skip expensive R&D, marketing, and patent costs. Manufacturing scale, competition, and regulatory shortcuts make them 30-95% cheaper - without sacrificing safety or effectiveness.
Cephalosporin Allergies and Penicillin Cross-Reactivity: What You Really Need to Know
The 10% cross-reactivity myth between penicillins and cephalosporins is outdated and dangerous. Learn the real risk, which cephalosporins are safe, and how to avoid unnecessary antibiotics that harm more than help.
Annual Savings from FDA Generic Drug Approvals: Year-by-Year Breakdown
FDA generic drug approvals save billions annually, with $445 billion saved in 2023 alone. Year-by-year breakdown shows how patent expirations drive spikes in savings, benefiting patients, insurers, and Medicaid programs.