Author: Ken Ken

Pharmacists must follow strict legal rules when dispensing generic drugs. Learn the federal and state requirements, which drugs can't be substituted, how to handle patient consent, and how to avoid costly mistakes.

Migraine headaches are more than just bad headaches-they're neurological events triggered by stress, sleep changes, diet, and environment. Learn what causes them, which preventive meds actually work, and how to treat an attack fast.

Polysomnography is the gold standard sleep study used to diagnose sleep disorders like sleep apnea, narcolepsy, and parasomnias. Learn what happens during the test, how results are interpreted, and why it's more accurate than home tests.

Allergen immunotherapy offers a long-term solution for allergy-triggered asthma. Learn how allergy shots and SLIT tablets compare in effectiveness, safety, and convenience-and which one might work best for you.

Nociceptive pain comes from tissue injury and responds best to NSAIDs like ibuprofen when inflammation is present. Acetaminophen helps mild pain without swelling but doesn't reduce inflammation. Know the difference to treat pain effectively.

Steroid-induced cataracts cause rapid vision loss in people on long-term corticosteroids. Learn the symptoms, who's at risk, how they're diagnosed, and why surgery is often the only solution.

Learn which medications are most dangerous for seniors, why they’re risky, and what safer alternatives exist. Use the Beers Criteria to review prescriptions and reduce fall, confusion, and hospitalization risks.

SSRIs help millions with depression and anxiety, but side effects like sexual dysfunction, weight gain, and nausea are common. Learn what’s normal, what’s serious, and how to manage them safely.

Learn how to spot fake medication packaging and seals using simple visual checks, UV lights, QR codes, and expert techniques. Protect yourself from dangerous counterfeit drugs with practical, real-world steps.

REMS programs are FDA-mandated safety systems for high-risk medications. Learn how they work, why they cause delays, and what’s changing to make them more effective without compromising safety.

Fiber supplements like psyllium help with constipation but can interfere with medications. Learn the right timing-2 to 4 hours apart-to avoid reduced drug effectiveness and dangerous side effects.

Annual savings from FDA generic drug approvals reached $5.2 billion in 2022, with total generic drug savings hitting $445 billion in 2023. See year-by-year breakdowns and how generics cut U.S. drug costs by 87%.