Fournier’s gangrene is a rare but deadly infection linked to certain diabetes drugs like Jardiance and Farxiga. Know the emergency signs-pain, swelling, fever-and act fast. Your life could depend on it.
Generic drugs save money but often carry hidden risks due to manufacturing defects like capping, contamination, and dosing errors. Learn how these flaws impact safety and what you can do to protect yourself.
Lithium carbonate generics require careful serum level monitoring due to their narrow therapeutic index. Switching brands can change your blood levels-here's what you need to know about dosing, timing, and safety.
Generic drugs are supposed to be safe and effective alternatives to brand-name medications-but when they fail, the results can be dangerous. Learn why some generics don't work as expected and what you can do to protect yourself.
Generic drugs are cheaper, but many still can't afford them. Learn how to access Medicare Extra Help, pharmacy discounts, and nonprofit programs to cut your prescription costs in 2025.
Combination cold and allergy meds are convenient but risky. Learn how acetaminophen, decongestants, and cough suppressants can interact dangerously - and how to choose safer options without overdosing.
Governments don’t set prices for generic drugs - they build systems that let competition drive costs down. Here’s how FDA approvals, FTC enforcement, and market dynamics keep generics affordable without price caps.
Chemotherapy remains a core cancer treatment, but dangerous drug interactions can occur with everyday medications, supplements, and even food. Learn what to avoid and how to stay safe during treatment.
Simvastatin can cause life-threatening muscle damage when mixed with common drugs or grapefruit juice. Learn which combinations are deadly, what to do if you're on it, and safer alternatives.
Omeprazole can reduce clopidogrel's effectiveness by blocking the CYP2C19 enzyme needed for activation. Learn which PPIs are safe, why timing doesn't help, and what to do if you're on both drugs.
