SSRIs are the most common antidepressants used today. Learn how they work, why they take weeks to help, common side effects like sexual dysfunction and brain zaps, and what to expect when starting or stopping them.
Tacrolimus neurotoxicity causes tremors, headaches, and confusion in up to 40% of transplant patients-even when blood levels are normal. Learn why, who's at risk, and how to manage it safely.
Gabapentin and pregabalin are first-line treatments for neuropathic pain, but they differ in effectiveness, dosing, cost, and side effects. Learn which one may be better for your condition.
The Hatch-Waxman Act created the modern generic drug system in the U.S., balancing innovation with affordable access. It cut approval costs, sped up generic entry, and saved trillions in healthcare spending.
Generic drug quality issues stem from manufacturing flaws in overseas plants, leading to unsafe or ineffective medications. Learn how cGMP violations, poor oversight, and profit pressures put patient safety at risk - and what’s being done to fix it.
Cumulative drug toxicity occurs when medications build up in your body over time, causing side effects that appear only after months or years. Learn which drugs are most risky and how to protect yourself.
L-Tryptophan boosts serotonin, just like SSRIs. Together, they can trigger serotonin syndrome-a serious, sometimes fatal condition. Learn who’s at risk, what symptoms to watch for, and why most doctors won’t recommend this combo.
Learn the safest ways to manage pain and fever during pregnancy with acetaminophen and NSAIDs. Know which medications are safe in each trimester and what risks to watch for.
Combination NTI drugs offer powerful treatment for complex conditions but come with high risks when generics are substituted. Most have no generic versions due to strict bioequivalence challenges, leaving patients vulnerable to dangerous fluctuations in drug levels.
Quercetin supplements can dangerously raise levels of common medications by inhibiting liver enzymes. Learn which drugs are at risk, who's most vulnerable, and what to do to stay safe.
Calcium and iron supplements can reduce levothyroxine absorption by up to 36%, leading to poor thyroid control. Learn the right timing to avoid interactions, which foods and drinks interfere, and how to fix your routine for better results.
Authorized generics look different from brand-name drugs due to U.S. trademark laws, not because they're less effective. They contain the exact same ingredients and work the same way - just without the brand name.