Many dietary supplements can dangerously interact with prescription drugs, yet most people don't tell their doctors they're taking them. Learn which supplements pose the biggest risks and how to stay safe.
December 19 2025
Prior authorization is a common requirement for certain medications under health insurance plans. Learn why it's needed, which drugs require it, how the process works, and what you can do to speed it up.
December 18 2025
Landmark court decisions in generic patent law shape how quickly affordable drugs reach patients. Key rulings like Amgen v. Sanofi and Allergan v. Teva are breaking down patent barriers and forcing transparency in drug pricing.
December 17 2025
Chemotherapy hypersensitivity reactions can range from mild itching to life-threatening anaphylaxis. Learn the signs, which drugs are most likely to cause them, and what to do if a reaction occurs.
December 16 2025
Generic pills often look different from brand-name versions or even from one refill to the next. Learn why pill color and shape change, how it affects medication adherence, and what you can do to stay safe.
December 15 2025
Taking medications with or without food can drastically affect how well they work. Learn which drugs need an empty stomach, which need food, and why mixing them up can lead to side effects or treatment failure.
December 15 2025
Tricyclic antidepressants like amitriptyline carry high anticholinergic burden, increasing risks of cognitive decline and dangerous heart rhythm changes. Safer alternatives exist, and many side effects can be reversed by switching medications.
December 15 2025
Caffeine can interfere with many medications, reducing effectiveness or increasing side effects. Learn how coffee affects warfarin, thyroid meds, antidepressants, and more-and what to do to stay safe.
December 12 2025
Learn the difference between melasma and sun damage, why most treatments fail, and which topical agents actually work. Discover how to protect your skin from all types of light and avoid common mistakes that make pigmentation worse.
December 11 2025
Opioid therapy can help with severe pain, but it carries serious risks of dependence and overdose. Learn when it's appropriate, how to spot danger signs, and what safer alternatives exist.
December 9 2025