Author: Evan Moorehouse
Prescription Writing Errors and How to Catch Them as a Patient
Prescription errors are common and often preventable. Learn how to spot dangerous mistakes in your medication orders - from handwriting to dosing - and protect yourself before it's too late.
READ MOREMethadone and Buprenorphine Side Effects in Opioid Use Disorder Treatment
Methadone and buprenorphine help treat opioid addiction but come with side effects like constipation, drowsiness, heart risks, and mouth issues. Learn how they compare, what to expect, and how to manage them safely.
READ MOREDiabetes and Thyroid Disease: Recognizing Overlapping Symptoms and Managing Care Together
Diabetes and thyroid disease often occur together due to shared autoimmune causes and overlapping symptoms. Unexplained fatigue, weight changes, and blood sugar instability may signal an undiagnosed thyroid issue. Proper testing and integrated care can prevent complications and improve quality of life.
READ MOREPredicting Generic Entry: How to Forecast When Your Drug Will Face Generic Competition
Learn how to predict when generic drugs will enter the market after patent expiration. Understand the legal, regulatory, and market forces that determine timing-and how to plan for revenue loss before it hits.
READ MOREAnaphylaxis from Medication: Emergency Response Steps You Must Know
Anaphylaxis from medication is a medical emergency. Learn the critical steps to save a life: recognize symptoms, give epinephrine immediately, position correctly, and seek hospital care-even if you feel better.
READ MOREPatent Exclusivity vs Market Exclusivity: What’s the Real Difference in Drug Protection?
Patent exclusivity and market exclusivity are two separate systems that protect new drugs. One is about invention, the other about data. Understanding the difference explains why some medicines stay expensive for years-even after patents expire.
READ MORECommon Pharmacy Dispensing Errors and How to Prevent Them
Discover the most common pharmacy dispensing errors, why they happen, and proven ways to prevent them-backed by data from 2023 studies and real-world pharmacy practices.
READ MORETaking Medications with Food vs Empty Stomach: When It Matters
Taking medications with or without food can make or break their effectiveness. Learn which drugs need an empty stomach, which need food, and how to avoid dangerous mistakes that reduce results or cause side effects.
READ MOREHow to Get 90-Day Fills to Lower Prescription Costs
Learn how to get 90-day prescription fills to cut your medication costs in half. Save up to $40 a year per drug, reduce pharmacy trips, and improve adherence with simple steps anyone can take.
READ MORENew Antidepressants with Better Side Effect Profiles: What’s Emerging in 2026
New antidepressants like Exxua, Zuranolone, and Auvelity offer faster relief and fewer side effects than older SSRIs. Learn how they work, who they’re for, and what the real-world costs and risks are in 2026.
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