Author: Kimberly Ashworth - Page 2

Second-generation antihistamines like cetirizine, loratadine, and fexofenadine offer effective allergy relief without the drowsiness of older options. Learn how they work, which one suits you best, and what they can't do.

Coenzyme Q10 may help reduce muscle pain caused by statins for some people. While research is mixed, it's safe, affordable, and worth trying if you're experiencing mild statin-related muscle symptoms.

The FDA allows bioequivalence waivers for certain generic drugs, skipping human studies when in vitro dissolution tests prove the drug performs the same. Learn how BCS classification makes this possible and why it saves time and money.

Explaining generic drug substitutions to children and seniors requires more than saying 'it's the same medicine.' Learn how to communicate differences in taste, form, and appearance to avoid confusion, refusal, and dangerous errors.

Lithium, valproate, and carbamazepine are powerful mood stabilizers with dangerous drug interactions. Learn how NSAIDs, diuretics, and other meds can cause toxicity, and what blood tests and precautions you need to stay safe.

Spanish-language resources help patients understand that generic medications are just as safe and effective as brand-name drugs - but many still don’t believe it. Learn where to find trusted tools, what to ask your pharmacist, and how to overcome common myths about cost and appearance.

Using household spoons to dose children's medicine is dangerously inaccurate. Learn why milliliter measurements with oral syringes are the only safe choice - and how to avoid deadly dosing errors.

In 2025, quality assurance in manufacturing is no longer optional-it's a matter of survival. Rising costs, labor shortages, and product complexity are fueling fears that one mistake could collapse operations. Learn what's really driving the crisis-and how to fix it.

Americans pay less for generic drugs than Europeans due to fierce market competition, while higher U.S. brand-name prices fund global pharmaceutical innovation. The systems are fundamentally different-and neither is perfect.

Why do some people have severe side effects from medications while others don't? Learn how genetics, age, and drug interactions cause individual variation in drug response-and what you can do about it.

Many common medications cause halos and light sensitivity-some leading to permanent vision loss. Learn which drugs are risky, how to spot early signs, and what steps to take to protect your eyes.

Dairy products can reduce bisphosphonate absorption by up to 90%, making osteoporosis treatment ineffective. Learn the exact timing rules, food restrictions, and alternatives if you can't follow the strict protocol.