Category: Medications - Page 2

Authorized generics are the exact same drug as brand-name medications - same ingredients, same factory, same results. Learn why they’re just as effective, often cheaper, and why you should consider them.

PCSK9 inhibitors and statins both lower LDL cholesterol, but they work differently and have very different side effects. Learn who benefits most from each, how they compare in safety and effectiveness, and what to do if statins aren’t working for you.

Slow up-titration schedules help your body adjust to new medications, reducing side effects and improving long-term adherence. Learn how it works for GLP-1 agonists, beta-blockers, and more.

Track your body's response when switching to generic medications with a simple medication journal. Learn what to record, when it matters most, and how to use your notes to get better care.

Generic drugs are just as safe and effective as brand-name medications but cost up to 85% less. Learn how they’re made, tested, and approved by the FDA through the ANDA process-step by step.

Many common OTC drugs like Sudafed, Benadryl, and Ambien are banned or restricted abroad. Learn which medications can get you arrested overseas and how to travel safely with your prescriptions.

Many common medications like diuretics, antidepressants, and blood pressure drugs can cause frequent urination and urgency. Learn which drugs are most likely to trigger bladder side effects and what you can do about them.

Specialty pharmacies handle generic specialty drugs with the same care as branded ones-because the complexity isn’t in the price, it’s in the treatment. Learn how providers ensure safe, effective dispensing despite changing drug labels.

Insurers prefer preferred generic lists because they cut costs dramatically - generics cost up to 95% less than brand names. Learn how formulary tiers work, why biosimilars struggle, and what you can do to save money on prescriptions.

Skipping your prescribed medication can lead to hospitalization, drug resistance, and even death. Learn the real consequences of nonadherence and what you can do to stay on track.