Zavamed.com: Pharmaceuticals and More - Page 3

Institutional formularies control which drugs hospitals and clinics can substitute for prescribed medications. Learn how these policies work, their benefits, risks, and what patients need to know in 2026.

Discover the three science-backed diets-Mediterranean, DASH, and plant-forward eating-that lower heart disease risk, reduce blood pressure, and improve cholesterol. Learn how they work, how to start, and which one fits your lifestyle.

Kombucha contains trace alcohol that can interact dangerously with medications like metronidazole, antidepressants, and diabetes drugs. Learn what levels are risky, how to test homemade batches, and what to avoid.

Fungal nail infections and nail psoriasis look similar but need completely different treatments. Learn how to tell them apart, what tests doctors use, and what actually works - without wasting time or money.

Cardiovascular combination generics combine multiple heart medications into one pill to improve adherence and cut costs. Learn which combos are available, how much they save, and what to ask your doctor.

African-made antiretroviral generics are transforming HIV treatment access, reducing dependence on imports and building local health sovereignty. With WHO-prequalified drugs like TLD now produced in Kenya and long-acting injections rolling out, the continent is taking control of its own health future.

A kidney transplant offers a better quality of life and longer survival than dialysis for people with end-stage kidney disease. Learn who qualifies, what the surgery involves, and how to manage life with a new kidney.

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.

Only specific FDA-approved medications should be flushed down the toilet - mostly powerful opioids and sedatives that can kill with one dose. Learn which ones, why, and when flushing is the safest option.