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States are using MAC lists, price gouging laws, and PBM transparency to control Medicaid spending on generic drugs. With 84% of prescriptions being generics, these strategies are key to keeping costs down-but they come with risks.
New York's 2024 patient protection laws stop hospitals from forcing credit card payments, require separate consent for treatment and billing, and ban providers from filling out medical financing apps. Know your rights before signing anything.
Psychotropic medications often cause significant weight gain, increasing risks for diabetes and heart disease. Learn which drugs are worst, how to manage it, and what strategies actually work to protect your health without sacrificing mental health stability.
Learn how to safely handle missed pediatric medication doses without doubling up. Follow time-based rules for once-daily, twice-daily, and other schedules. Avoid dangerous errors and protect your child's health.
Specialty pharmacies dispense generic specialty drugs under the same strict rules as brand-name versions. Learn why cost doesn’t change the process - and how providers ensure safe, consistent care.
PSA screening for prostate cancer saves some lives but causes many unnecessary treatments. Shared decision-making ensures men understand the risks and benefits before testing.
Autoimmune disease monitoring relies on lab markers like CRP and ANA, imaging such as MRI and ultrasound, and regular clinical visits to catch flares early and prevent organ damage. This guide breaks down what works, what doesn’t, and how to stay ahead of your condition.
Sulfonylureas are effective but carry a high risk of low blood sugar. Learn which types are safest, who's most at risk, and how to prevent dangerous hypoglycemia with practical, evidence-based strategies.
DMARDs and biologic medications are key treatments for autoimmune diseases like rheumatoid arthritis. They stop immune system damage, not just symptoms. Learn how they work, who gets them, and what to expect.
Bioavailability studies ensure generic drugs work like brand-name versions by measuring how much and how fast the active ingredient enters the bloodstream. The FDA uses strict criteria to approve generics without full clinical trials.
Understand what happens during an FDA inspection of generic drug manufacturing facilities, from Pre-Approval Inspections to FDA 483 responses and how to maintain CGMP compliance in 2025.
Opioids can become dangerously toxic in liver disease due to impaired metabolism. Learn how morphine and oxycodone accumulate, why buprenorphine may be safer, and what dosing changes are needed to avoid life-threatening side effects.