Category: Medications - Page 4
GLP-1 Agonists and Weight Loss: How These Diabetes Drugs Are Changing Obesity Treatment
GLP-1 agonists like Ozempic and Wegovy were designed for diabetes but now lead in weight loss treatment. They reduce hunger, improve heart health, and lower blood sugar-without the weight gain from other meds. But they come with side effects, high costs, and no quick fixes.
Pravastatin Tolerability in Older Adults: Side Effects and What You Need to Know
Pravastatin is one of the safest statins for older adults, with fewer muscle side effects and drug interactions than other options. Learn how it works, what side effects to watch for, and why it’s often the best choice for seniors.
Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Quality: How Broken Systems Put Patients at Risk
Pharmaceutical supply chain failures cause drug shortages, counterfeit medicines, and dangerous substitutions that directly harm patients. Learn how broken logistics impact safety and what’s being done to fix it.
FDA’s Abbreviated New Drug Application Process Explained: How Generic Drugs Get Approved
The FDA's ANDA process lets generic drugs reach the market faster and cheaper by proving they're bioequivalent to brand-name drugs. Learn how it works, why it saves billions, and what happens behind the scenes.
Patent Law and Generics: How Patents Protect Innovation in Pharmaceuticals
Patent law protects pharmaceutical innovation by granting temporary monopolies, but the Hatch-Waxman Act ensures generics can enter the market legally. This balance saves billions annually while encouraging new drug development.
Imatinib and Its Impact on the Global Cancer Treatment Landscape
Imatinib revolutionized cancer treatment by turning chronic myeloid leukemia from a fatal disease into a manageable condition. As the first targeted therapy, it paved the way for precision oncology and improved survival rates worldwide.
Benzodiazepines: What They Do, How They Help, and Why They Can Be Dangerous
Benzodiazepines offer fast relief for anxiety and insomnia but carry high risks of dependence and withdrawal. Learn how they work, who's most at risk, and safer alternatives for long-term mental health.
Control and Choice: How Patients Take Back Autonomy in Medication Selection
Patients have the right to choose their medications based on personal values, side effects, and cost-not just doctor recommendations. Learn how autonomy in drug selection works, why it often fails, and what you can do to take control.
How to Use Secure Messaging to Ask Medication Questions
Learn how to use secure, HIPAA-compliant messaging to ask safe, clear questions about your medications - without risking privacy or waiting on hold. Get step-by-step tips for MyChart, Cerner, and other platforms.
Authorized Generics vs Brand Drugs: What You Need to Know About Identical Medications
Authorized generics are the exact same drugs as brand-name medications-same ingredients, same manufacturer, same effectiveness-but sold without the brand label. Learn how they compare to traditional generics and why they might be your best option.
