Archive: 2025/12

Authorized generics are identical to brand-name drugs but sold without the brand label. Learn which medications have this cost-saving option and why they matter for patients on thyroid, asthma, and heart meds.

Cetirizine and fexofenadine are both effective for allergies, but cetirizine causes drowsiness in up to 15% of users while fexofenadine rarely does. Learn which one suits your lifestyle and symptoms.

Blockchain is transforming how generic medicines are tracked and verified, cutting counterfeit drugs by over 99%. Learn how this technology is securing the global drug supply chain-from factory to pharmacy-and what it means for patients and providers.

AI-powered pharmacogenomics lets online pharmacies recommend the right generic drugs based on your genes-reducing side effects and improving effectiveness. Here's how it works, who's using it, and what you need to know.

Digital adherence tools help patients take generic medications consistently, reducing hospitalizations and saving billions. Learn which tools work best, how they’re used, and why adoption is still slow.

Mirtazapine often causes weight gain due to its effect on appetite and metabolism. Learn why this happens, how much weight people typically gain, and practical steps to manage it without stopping the medication.

Hepatocellular carcinoma is the most common liver cancer and mostly affects people with cirrhosis. Regular 6-month ultrasounds can catch it early, improving survival from 10% to over 70%. Learn the latest screening guidelines, treatments, and how to stay on track.

Retinal vein occlusion causes sudden vision loss due to blocked eye veins. Learn the top risk factors like high blood pressure and diabetes, and how anti-VEGF and steroid injections can restore vision.

Fluoroquinolones and macrolides can prolong the QT interval, raising the risk of dangerous heart rhythms. Learn how to identify at-risk patients, when to order ECGs, which drugs are safest, and how to respond if QT prolongation occurs.

Authorized generics are the exact same medication as brand-name drugs, made by the same company, with identical ingredients and effectiveness. They cost less and are just as safe - here’s what you need to know.