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How Insurer-Pharmacy Negotiations Set Generic Drug Prices
Generic drugs are cheap to make, but insurance copays often cost more than cash prices. This is due to secret negotiations between insurers, pharmacies, and middlemen called PBMs. Here’s how the system really works - and what you can do about it.
Secondary Patents: How Brands Extend Market Exclusivity in Pharmaceuticals
Secondary patents let drug companies extend market exclusivity by patenting minor changes to existing medicines - delaying generics and keeping prices high. Learn how they work, who benefits, and why they're under fire.
Sjögren’s Syndrome: What It Is, How It Affects Your Body, and How to Manage It
Sjögren’s Syndrome is an autoimmune disease that attacks moisture-producing glands, causing dry eyes, dry mouth, fatigue, and more. Learn how it’s diagnosed, treated, and managed - and why it’s often missed.
Oral vs Injection vs Topical: How Delivery Method Affects Side Effects
Oral, injection, and topical routes affect how drugs work and their side effects. Learn which method reduces stomach issues, avoids needles, or minimizes systemic risks-and how to use them safely.
Satisfaction Measurement: Are Patients Really Happy with Generic Medications?
Patient satisfaction with generic medications isn't about chemistry - it's about perception. Learn why people feel worse after switching, what really drives adherence, and how doctors can close the gap between science and belief.
Tyramine and MAOIs: Foods to Avoid with These Antidepressants
Learn which foods to avoid when taking MAOI antidepressants to prevent dangerous blood pressure spikes. Get clear, practical advice on tyramine-rich foods, safe alternatives, and how newer patches reduce dietary restrictions.
Protein Shakes and Levothyroxine: How to Time Your Morning Dose Right
Learn how to time your protein shakes with levothyroxine to avoid reduced absorption. Discover the 4-hour rule, evening dosing alternatives, and which proteins are safer.
Where to Store Your Medications at Home Safely: Expert Guide for Australian Households
Learn where to safely store medications at home to prevent accidents, protect kids, and keep pills effective. Avoid common mistakes like bathroom storage and unlocked cabinets. Expert tips for Australian households.
Dose Titration Strategies to Reduce Medication Side Effects
Dose titration helps you find the right medication dose with fewer side effects. Learn how slow, step-by-step adjustments improve safety and effectiveness for ADHD, depression, epilepsy, and more.
Monitoring During Immunosuppressive Therapy: Essential Lab Tests and Imaging for Safety and Effectiveness
Essential lab tests and imaging for patients on immunosuppressive therapy to prevent rejection, toxicity, and infection. Learn how tacrolimus, cyclosporine, and TTV monitoring guide safe, personalized care.