Author: Aidan Whiteley
Global Perspectives on Generics: How Countries Cut Drug Costs Without Sacrificing Quality
Global policies on generic drugs vary wildly - from China's 90% price cuts to the U.S.'s 90% usage rate. Learn how countries balance affordability, quality, and supply - and what happens when the system breaks.
Neuropathic Pain: Nerve Damage and Gabapentin vs. Pregabalin
Neuropathic pain from nerve damage affects millions. Gabapentin and pregabalin are the most common treatments, but they differ in effectiveness, side effects, and cost. Learn which one may be right for you.
Dissolution Testing: How the FDA Ensures Generic Drug Quality
The FDA uses dissolution testing to ensure generic drugs release medicine at the same rate as brand-name versions, guaranteeing safety and effectiveness without requiring human trials. This science-based method is critical for approving affordable generics.
Corticosteroids: When Short-Term Relief Outweighs Long-Term Risks
Corticosteroids deliver rapid relief for inflammation but carry serious long-term risks like bone loss, diabetes, and infection. Learn when they're essential-and when they do more harm than good.
How to File a Direct Complaint with the FDA as a Patient
Learn how to file a direct complaint with the FDA as a patient. Understand what to report, how to submit it, and why your voice matters in improving drug and device safety.
Levothyroxine Generics: When to Monitor TSH After Switching Products
Switching generic levothyroxine brands doesn't require routine TSH testing for most people - only those with thyroid cancer, pregnancy, heart disease, or unstable thyroid levels need monitoring. New evidence supports safety for the majority.
Online Reviews: How Patient Experiences Shape Trust in Generic Medications
Online reviews and patient stories are shaping how people trust generic medications - even when science says they’re identical. Learn how real experiences affect adherence, why cost creates doubt, and what providers can do to rebuild confidence.
Illegible Handwriting on Prescriptions: How Electronic Systems Are Saving Lives
Illegible handwriting on prescriptions causes thousands of preventable deaths each year. E-prescribing has cut these errors by 97%, but adoption isn't universal. Here's how digital systems are saving lives - and what still needs to change.
Penicillin Allergies: What Patients Need to Know for Safety
Most people who think they're allergic to penicillin aren't. Learn how to tell if your allergy is real, what testing involves, and why getting it right matters for your health and the fight against antibiotic resistance.
Cosmetic Procedures and Anticoagulants: What You Need to Know About Bruising and Bleeding Risks
Learn the real risks of continuing or stopping blood thinners before cosmetic procedures. Bruising is common, but stopping anticoagulants can lead to strokes or clots. Here’s what modern guidelines say.