Archive: 2025/11

How Insurers Choose Which Generics to Cover

Insurers choose which generic drugs to cover using strict clinical and cost criteria managed by Pharmacy & Therapeutics committees. Learn how formularies work, why some generics are excluded, and what to do if your drug isn't covered.
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How to Check Formularies and Preferred Drug Lists Before Prescribing

Learn how to check formularies and preferred drug lists before prescribing to avoid patient cost surprises, coverage denials, and treatment delays. Essential guide for clinicians in 2025.
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Compare Luvox (Fluvoxamine) with Other Antidepressants: What Works Best?

Compare Luvox (fluvoxamine) with other antidepressants like Zoloft, Lexapro, and SNRIs to find the best fit for OCD, depression, or anxiety. Learn about effectiveness, side effects, and real-world use.
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OTC First Aid Medications: Antiseptics, Antibiotic Ointments, and Pain Relief Explained

Learn how to use OTC antiseptics, antibiotic ointments, and pain relievers safely and effectively for minor injuries. Avoid common mistakes and build a smart first aid kit.
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Proton Pump Inhibitors and Antifungals: How They Interfere with Absorption and Effectiveness

Proton pump inhibitors can severely reduce absorption of antifungals like itraconazole and ketoconazole, leading to treatment failure. Fluconazole is safer, but has its own drug interaction risks. New research shows PPIs may also boost antifungal power in unexpected ways.
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Bioequivalence Explained: FDA Requirements to Prove Generic Drug Equivalence

Bioequivalence is the scientific standard the FDA uses to ensure generic drugs work the same as brand-name versions. Learn how Cmax and AUC tests prove that generics deliver the same drug dose to your bloodstream - and why this saves billions in healthcare costs.
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Choosing Antiemetics for Medication-Induced Nausea: A Practical Guide

Learn how to choose the right antiemetic for nausea caused by medications like opioids, anesthesia, or chemo. Evidence-based guidance on ondansetron, droperidol, dexamethasone, and more.
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How to Prevent Medication Degradation in Tropical Humidity: A Practical Guide for Travelers and Residents

Learn how to protect your medications from tropical humidity, which can destroy pills, reduce potency, and endanger your health. Practical tips, storage solutions, and what to watch for.
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Bioequivalence Studies: What the FDA Requires Generic Drug Manufacturers to Prove

Learn what the FDA requires generic drug makers to prove through bioequivalence studies to ensure their products work just like brand-name drugs. Key metrics, exceptions, and common approval pitfalls explained.
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Sirolimus and Wound Healing: Surgical Complications and Timing

Sirolimus helps prevent organ rejection but can delay wound healing. Learn how timing, patient risk factors, and dosing affect surgical outcomes - and how modern protocols are changing the rules.
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