Cost-effectiveness analysis reveals how generic drugs save billions by comparing prices to health outcomes. Learn why some generics cost 20x more than others-and how to spot the real savings.
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Insulin allergies are rare but serious. Learn how to recognize injection reactions - from itchy bumps to life-threatening anaphylaxis - and what steps to take to stay safe while continuing insulin therapy.
Many medication side effects fade within weeks as your body builds tolerance. Learn which ones improve, which don’t, and how to know if it’s time to call your doctor.
Generic drugs save billions but are vulnerable to shortages when too many manufacturers compete for low profits. This is why essential medicines disappear-and what’s being done to fix it.
Desmopressin injection helps control excessive urination and bleeding by mimicking a natural hormone. Used for diabetes insipidus, bedwetting, and bleeding disorders, it requires careful dosing and fluid restriction to avoid dangerous side effects like low sodium.
Learn the key differences between authorized generics and traditional generics, how they're made, why it matters for your health, and how to choose the right one for your prescription.
Generic drugs save billions and work just as well as brand-name meds for most people. But for certain conditions like thyroid or epilepsy, switching brands can matter. Here’s what you really need to know.
Generic drugs saved $482 billion in U.S. healthcare spending in 2024, making up 90% of prescriptions but only 12% of costs. Biosimilars are next, with potential to save hundreds of billions more-if we stop blocking them.
Rhabdomyolysis from statins is rare but life-threatening. Learn the symptoms, risk factors, and what to do if you experience muscle pain while taking cholesterol-lowering meds.
How to Report Counterfeit or Tampered Medications: Step-by-Step Guide for Patients and Professionals
Learn how to report counterfeit or tampered medications in the U.S. and Canada. Step-by-step guide for patients and professionals on using MedWatch, DEA tip lines, and other systems to protect public health.