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12.01.2026
Paragraph IV Certifications: How Generic Drug Makers Legally Challenge Pharma Patents
Paragraph IV certifications let generic drug makers legally challenge brand-name patents before launch. This Hatch-Waxman Act tool has saved over $1.7 trillion in U.S. healthcare costs since 1984 by accelerating generic competition through court-based patent disputes.
11.01.2026
Bone Health Screening: Understanding DEXA Scans and Your Fracture Risk
Learn how DEXA scans measure bone density, interpret your T-score, and assess your fracture risk. Understand who needs screening, what the results mean, and how to protect your bones before it's too late.
10.01.2026
Opioid Rotation: How Switching Medications Can Reduce Side Effects
Opioid rotation can reduce side effects like nausea, drowsiness, and constipation when current pain medications stop working. Learn when to consider switching, which opioids work best, and how to do it safely.
9.01.2026
Fertility and Immunosuppressants: What You Need to Know About Medication Risks and Counseling
Immunosuppressants can affect fertility and pregnancy outcomes. Learn which drugs are safe, which to avoid, and how to plan for a healthy pregnancy while managing autoimmune disease or transplant recovery.
8.01.2026
Manufacturing Transparency: How to Access FDA Inspection Records for Drug and Device Facilities
Understand how FDA inspection records work, what manufacturers must disclose, and how to prepare for inspections without over-disclosing protected internal audits. Learn the real rules behind CGMP compliance and inspection readiness.
7.01.2026
What Is a Drug Formulary? A Simple Guide for Patients
A drug formulary is your insurance plan's list of covered medications. Learn how tiers, restrictions, and exceptions affect your out-of-pocket costs and what you can do if your drug isn't covered.
6.01.2026
How Paragraph IV Patent Challenges Speed Up Generic Drug Entry
Paragraph IV under the Hatch-Waxman Act lets generic drug makers challenge brand-name patents to speed up affordable drug access. Learn how it works, why it matters, and how it saves billions.
5.01.2026
Aspirin for Primary Prevention: Who Should Skip Daily Doses
Daily aspirin for heart health is no longer recommended for most people. Learn who should avoid it, who might still benefit, and what to do if you're currently taking it.
4.01.2026
Antihistamines and Blood Pressure: What You Need to Know About Effects and Monitoring
Antihistamines can affect blood pressure depending on the type. Second-generation options like loratadine and cetirizine are generally safe for people with high blood pressure, while first-generation drugs and combo products with decongestants carry more risk.
2.01.2026
Drug Nomenclature: Chemical, Generic, and Brand Names Explained
Learn how drug names work-chemical, generic, and brand names-why they exist, how they’re chosen, and how they keep you safe. Understand your prescriptions better and avoid medication errors.