Author: dave smith - Page 2

Doctors prescribe generics for 90% of medications, but many still don't understand or trust their equivalence. This article explores why medical education fails to teach bioequivalence, how habits override science, and what changes can make generics the default - not the compromise.

Fentanyl patches can be life-saving for chronic pain-but heat from showers, fever, or heating pads can cause deadly overdose. Learn what really happens when warmth meets the patch and how to stay safe.

MedWatch is the FDA's system for collecting reports of side effects and safety issues with drugs, devices, and other medical products. Learn how it works, who reports, and why your report matters.

Antipsychotics can significantly increase the risk of weight gain, diabetes, and heart disease. Learn which drugs pose the highest metabolic risks, what tests to demand, and how to protect your health while staying on treatment.

Compare Tofranil (imipramine) with modern antidepressants like SSRIs, SNRIs, and atypical options. Learn which alternatives are safer, faster, and more effective for depression and anxiety, and when to consider switching.

Learn the right timing for taking probiotics with antibiotics to reduce diarrhea and gut side effects. Discover which strains work best, how much to take, and why some experts say they might delay recovery.

Levonorgestrel BP is a safe, over-the-counter emergency contraceptive that helps women prevent pregnancy after unprotected sex. Learn how it works, when to use it, and why quality matters.

Learn practical, science-backed lifestyle changes-diet, sleep, exercise, and stress management-that can reduce medication side effects and help you feel better without stopping your prescriptions.

Aquazide (hydrochlorothiazide) is a common blood pressure pill, but many people switch due to side effects or poor control. Compare it to chlorthalidone, indapamide, ARBs, and combo pills to find a better fit for your health needs.

Compare Betoptic (betaxolol) to other glaucoma eye drops like timolol, latanoprost, and Combigan. Learn which works best, side effects, cost, and when to switch.