Category: Medications - Page 3
Physician Liability When Prescribing Generic Drugs: What Doctors Need to Know in 2026
Physician liability for prescribing generic drugs has surged since Supreme Court rulings shielded manufacturers from lawsuits. Doctors now face increased legal risk-and must adapt their documentation and prescribing habits to avoid malpractice claims.
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How to Safely Transfer Prescriptions and Keep Label Accuracy
Learn how to safely transfer prescriptions while avoiding dangerous label errors. Understand DEA rules, label requirements, and patient steps to prevent medication mistakes in 2026.
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Osteoporosis Medications: Understanding Bisphosphonate Risks and Jaw Necrosis
Bisphosphonates are highly effective for osteoporosis, reducing fracture risk by up to 70%. While jaw necrosis (MRONJ) is a rare side effect, understanding the real risks and prevention steps is key to safe treatment.
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Non-formulary generics: what to do when coverage is denied
When your insurance denies coverage for a generic drug, you’re not out of options. Learn how to appeal non-formulary generic denials with clinical evidence, understand your rights, and reduce out-of-pocket costs.
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TNF Inhibitors and Cancer Risk: What You Need to Know About Biologics and Immunosuppression
TNF inhibitors help control autoimmune diseases but raise cancer risk concerns. Learn what the latest data shows about adalimumab, etanercept, skin cancer, and whether it's safe to use these drugs after cancer.
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How to Split Pills Safely to Reduce Medication Costs
Learn how to safely split pills to cut medication costs by up to 50%. Know which drugs can be split, the right tools to use, and when to avoid it entirely to stay safe.
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Annual Boxed Warnings Summary: What Changed in 2025 and Why It Affects Your Prescriptions
In 2025, the FDA issued 47 new or updated boxed warnings for prescription drugs-more specific, data-driven, and life-saving than ever. Learn what changed, why it matters for your health, and how to stay safe.
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Choosing a Sulfonylurea: Which One Has the Lowest Hypoglycemia Risk?
Not all sulfonylureas are equal. Glipizide has the lowest hypoglycemia risk, while glyburide is dangerously high-risk - especially for older adults. Learn which drug is safest and what to do if you're on the wrong one.
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Cyclosporine Nephrotoxicity: How to Monitor Kidney Function and Drug Levels Safely
Cyclosporine is vital for transplant patients but can damage kidneys if levels aren't tightly monitored. Learn how to track drug levels, recognize early signs of toxicity, and avoid dangerous drug interactions.
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Deprescribing Frameworks: How to Safely Reduce Medications and Cut Side Effects
Deprescribing frameworks help safely reduce unnecessary medications in older adults, cutting side effects, falls, and hospitalizations. Evidence shows it’s safe, effective, and urgently needed as polypharmacy rises.
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