Not all drugs have authorized generics - even when patents expire. These are brand-name drugs sold under a generic label, but only big pharmaceutical companies choose to make them. Here's how they work, why they're limited, and what it means for your prescription costs.
Calibration and validation ensure manufacturing equipment delivers accurate, safe results. Learn how ISO 13485, FDA, and CLIA requirements work, what mistakes to avoid, and how to build a compliant, cost-effective system.
Basal and squamous cell carcinomas are the most common skin cancers. Learn how they differ in appearance, risk, growth, and treatment - and why early detection saves lives.
Learn how the FDA ensures generic drugs meet the same safety, quality, and strength standards as brand-name medications. Understand bioequivalence, manufacturing rules, and why generics are both affordable and reliable.
The first generic drug company to file a patent challenge gets 180 days of exclusive sales. Here's how this Hatch-Waxman rule works, why it's so profitable, and why it's being reformed to stop delays in affordable drug access.
Meniere’s disease causes vertigo, hearing loss, and tinnitus due to inner ear fluid buildup. Learn how diet, diuretics, steroids, and new immune therapies can manage symptoms and slow progression.
Many people take supplements with their medications without knowing the risks. Learn the seven critical questions to ask before combining any supplement with prescription drugs to avoid dangerous interactions, serious side effects, or treatment failure.
Antacids like Tums and Milk of Magnesia can be dangerous for people with kidney disease. Learn which types are safe, which cause deadly electrolyte imbalances, and how prescription phosphate binders offer safer alternatives.
Latex allergy affects millions, especially healthcare workers. Learn how cross-reactivity with foods works, how to manage exposure at work, and what to do if you have a reaction.
Learn how to prevent accidental poisonings in young children with practical, science-backed steps. From locking up meds to using the right dosing tools, this guide covers what works-based on real data from pediatric experts.