Category: Medications - Page 2

1 Dec

What Are Drug Side Effects: Definition, Causes, and Real-World Examples

Drug side effects are unintended reactions to medications that can range from mild to life-threatening. Learn what causes them, how common they really are, and how to tell when to worry.

28 Nov

FDA’s Abbreviated New Drug Application Process Explained: How Generic Drugs Get Approved

Learn how the FDA's ANDA process lets generic drugs get approved without repeating costly clinical trials. Discover why generics are safe, effective, and save billions annually.

24 Nov

Antitrust Laws and Competition Issues in Generic Pharmaceutical Markets

Antitrust laws protect generic drug competition by blocking pay-for-delay deals, sham patents, and product hopping. Without them, branded companies could keep prices high and patients without affordable medicine.

23 Nov

Side Effects vs Allergic Reactions vs Intolerance: How to Tell the Difference

Learn how to tell the difference between side effects, allergic reactions, and drug intolerance. Know when a reaction is harmless-and when it could be life-threatening.

22 Nov

Future of Generic Combinations: Regulatory and Market Trends

Generic combinations are transforming affordable healthcare by combining drugs or integrating devices to improve effectiveness and adherence. Learn how regulatory shifts and market demand are driving this high-value trend.

21 Nov

REMS Programs: Understanding FDA's Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategies for High-Risk Medications

REMS programs are FDA-mandated safety systems for high-risk medications. They require special training, monitoring, and controls to ensure benefits outweigh risks. Learn how they work, who they affect, and what’s changing in 2025.

20 Nov

Deficiency Letters in Generic Drug Applications: Top FDA Findings and How to Avoid Them

Learn the top FDA deficiency findings in generic drug applications and how to avoid costly delays. Key issues include dissolution methods, impurities, and bioequivalence data.

19 Nov

Generic Drug Shortages: Causes and How They Limit Patient Access

Generic drug shortages are worsening in the U.S., with 270 active shortages in 2025. Caused by low profits, foreign manufacturing, and lack of backup suppliers, they delay treatments, raise prices, and put patient safety at risk.

18 Nov

How to Read Contraindications and Warnings on Drug Labels: A Clear Guide for Patients and Caregivers

Learn how to read contraindications and warnings on drug labels to avoid dangerous side effects. Understand FDA-required sections like Boxed Warnings, contraindications, and OTC Drug Facts for safer medication use.

16 Nov

St. John’s Wort and Dangerous Drug Interactions You Need to Know

St. John’s Wort may help with mild depression, but it can dangerously reduce the effectiveness of birth control, blood thinners, HIV meds, and antidepressants. Learn the real risks and what to do instead.