Learn how to use the OpenFDA and FAERS APIs to access real-world drug side effect reports. Find patterns, understand limitations, and explore free tools for researching medication safety.
Antiretroviral therapy can have dangerous interactions with common medications like statins, antidepressants, and even herbal supplements. Learn which combinations are life-threatening and how to stay safe.
Taking five or more medications regularly increases the risk of dangerous side effects, falls, and hospitalizations. Learn how polypharmacy harms health-and what you can do to reduce unnecessary drugs safely.
Generic drugs are just as effective as brand-name medications for most people, saving up to 85% on costs. FDA-approved generics contain the same active ingredients and undergo strict testing to ensure safety and performance.
The FDA is cracking down on manufacturing quality issues in pharma and medical devices. Learn the top 2025 violations-from aseptic failures to data fraud-and what it takes to fix them.
Generic drugs saved $467 billion in the U.S. in 2024 alone. Learn the real numbers behind prescription savings, how biosimilars are cutting costs, and why your choice of generic medication matters more than you think.
Antifungals can save lives but carry serious liver risks. Learn which drugs are most dangerous, how they interact with other medications, and what monitoring you need to stay safe.
Switching between generic versions of NTI drugs like warfarin, levothyroxine, or lithium can pose serious risks due to narrow therapeutic windows. Learn why even small differences in formulation matter and how to protect your treatment.
Green tea can affect warfarin's effectiveness through vitamin K content. Moderate consumption (1-3 cups daily) is safe, but matcha and excessive intake can lower INR. Consistency matters more than avoidance.
Pharmacists should recommend authorized generics for patients with dietary restrictions, narrow therapeutic index drugs, or unexplained side effects after switching to regular generics. These are identical to brand-name drugs but cost 20-80% less.