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24.12.2025
OTC Medication Expiration Dates: What Really Matters and What You Can Ignore
Most OTC meds are safe and effective long after their expiration date-but not all. Learn which pills you can still use, which ones to throw away, and how storage affects potency.
23.12.2025
Keratosis Pilaris: How to Smooth Rough Bumps on Skin
Keratosis pilaris causes rough, bumpy skin on arms and thighs-common in teens and adults. While it can't be cured, gentle exfoliation with lactic acid or urea and daily moisturizing can significantly smooth skin over time.
22.12.2025
Sleep Apnea and Opioids: How Pain Medications Increase Nighttime Oxygen Drops
Opioids can severely worsen sleep apnea, causing dangerous drops in nighttime oxygen. Learn how these pain medications disrupt breathing, who’s at highest risk, and what steps you can take to protect your health.
21.12.2025
Nociceptive Pain: How Tissue Injury Works and Why NSAIDs Beat Acetaminophen for Inflammation
Nociceptive pain comes from tissue injury and responds best to targeted treatment. NSAIDs reduce inflammation and swelling, making them ideal for sprains and arthritis. Acetaminophen helps with mild pain without inflammation but doesn't reduce swelling. Knowing the difference can improve relief and avoid side effects.
20.12.2025
Panic Disorder: Understanding Panic Attacks, Agoraphobia, and Effective Treatments
Panic disorder involves sudden, intense panic attacks and often leads to agoraphobia. Learn how CBT, medication, and digital tools can effectively treat it - backed by clinical research and real patient experiences.
19.12.2025
Triptans and SSRIs: The Truth About Serotonin Syndrome Risk
Triptans and SSRIs are commonly used together for migraine and depression, but a 2006 FDA warning sparked fear of serotonin syndrome. New evidence shows the risk is negligible - here’s what you really need to know.
18.12.2025
Antitrust Laws and Competition Issues in Generic Pharmaceutical Markets
Antitrust laws in the generic drug market prevent big pharmaceutical companies from blocking cheaper alternatives through pay-for-delay deals, patent manipulation, and product hopping. These tactics cost consumers billions and limit access to essential medicines.
17.12.2025
Buying Medicines Abroad: Can You Get Cheaper Generics?
Many Americans buy cheaper generics abroad to save money on prescriptions. Learn where to find safe, verified international pharmacies, how much you can save, the risks involved, and how to avoid counterfeit drugs.
16.12.2025
Generic Price Transparency: Tools to Find the Best Price for Prescription Medications
Discover the tools and strategies to find the lowest cash prices for generic prescription drugs in the U.S., from GoodRx and Real-Time Benefit Tools to state-level transparency laws and patient assistance programs.
15.12.2025
Legit vs Rogue Online Pharmacies: 10 Red Flags You Can't Ignore
Learn how to spot fake online pharmacies and avoid dangerous, counterfeit medications. Discover 10 clear red flags that separate legit pharmacies from rogue operations-and how to protect yourself.