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Nitrosamine Contamination in Generic Drugs: Recent Recalls and Regulatory Shifts

Nitrosamine contamination in generic drugs has triggered over 500 recalls since 2018. Learn how these carcinogenic impurities form, which drugs are affected, and how regulators and manufacturers are responding.

Medications That Cause Palpitations and Rapid Heartbeat: What to Watch For and How to Stay Safe

Many medications-from antibiotics to decongestants to thyroid pills-can cause palpitations and rapid heartbeat. Learn which drugs are most likely to trigger these symptoms, how doctors diagnose them, and what you can do to stay safe.

Tendinopathy: Eccentric Training and Injection Options Explained

Eccentric training is the most effective non-surgical treatment for tendinopathy, offering long-term healing where injections often fail. Learn how to do it right, what alternatives exist, and why most people give up too soon.

FDA's 180-Day Exclusivity: How It Helps First Generic Drug Makers Break Market Monopolies

FDA's 180-day exclusivity gives the first generic drug maker a financial edge to challenge patents and bring down prices. But loopholes let companies delay launches, costing patients billions. Here's how it works-and how it might change.

Bempedoic Acid Side Effects: Gout, Tendon Risks, and What You Need to Know

Bempedoic acid lowers LDL cholesterol for statin-intolerant patients but carries risks of gout, tendon rupture, and liver changes. Learn the real side effects, who should avoid it, and how to stay safe.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.