Archive: 2025/12

Future Approaches to Changing Perceptions of Generic Drugs

Generic drugs save billions but still face distrust. Learn how new transparency efforts, biosimilars, and patient education are changing perceptions - not by lowering prices, but by building trust.

Olivia AHOUANGAN | Dec, 31 2025 Read More

Medicaid Generic Coverage: State-by-State Variations and Requirements

Medicaid generic drug coverage varies by state, with differences in copays, prior authorization, formularies, and substitution rules. Learn how your state handles generics and what you can do to get the medications you need.

Callum Laird | Dec, 30 2025 Read More

Medical Power of Attorney and Medication Decisions: Planning Ahead

A Medical Power of Attorney lets you choose someone to make medication and treatment decisions for you if you can't speak. Learn how to pick the right person, what to discuss, and why this simple step prevents family conflict and ensures your wishes are honored.

Callum Laird | Dec, 29 2025 Read More

Fiber Supplements and Medication Absorption: How to Separate Doses

Fiber supplements can block absorption of key medications like levothyroxine, metformin, and lithium. Learn how to safely time your doses-2 to 4 hours apart-to protect your health without giving up fiber's benefits.

Olivia AHOUANGAN | Dec, 27 2025 Read More

Levothyroxine Generics: When to Monitor TSH After Switching Products

Switching between generic levothyroxine products doesn't require routine TSH monitoring for most people. Learn who needs testing, why some patients react differently, and how to decide what's right for you.

Callum Laird | Dec, 25 2025 Read More

Chronic Opioid-Induced Nausea: Diet, Hydration, and Medication Options That Actually Work

Chronic opioid-induced nausea affects up to one-third of long-term users. Learn proven diet, hydration, and medication strategies-including ginger, opioid rotation, and low-dose naltrexone-that actually reduce nausea without sacrificing pain relief.

Olivia AHOUANGAN | Dec, 24 2025 Read More

Peripheral Artery Disease: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment

Peripheral artery disease (PAD) narrows arteries in the legs, causing pain, poor healing, and high risk of heart attack. Learn the symptoms, how it's diagnosed with ABI testing, and proven treatments including walking, quitting smoking, and medication.

Olivia AHOUANGAN | Dec, 22 2025 Read More

Bedtime vs Morning Dosing: How Timing Reduces Daytime Side Effects of Blood Pressure Medications

Changing when you take your blood pressure pill-morning vs bedtime-can reduce dizziness, fatigue, and bathroom trips during the day. Learn which patients benefit most and how to switch safely.

Olivia AHOUANGAN | Dec, 21 2025 Read More

Chronic Back Pain: How Physical Therapy, Medications, and Self-Management Work Together

Chronic back pain lasting more than 12 weeks requires more than just pills. Learn how physical therapy, targeted medications, and daily self-management work together to reduce pain, improve function, and restore your life - backed by 2024 clinical data.

Callum Laird | Dec, 20 2025 Read More

Lithium Carbonate Generics: Serum Level Considerations for Safe and Effective Treatment

Lithium carbonate generics require careful serum level monitoring due to their narrow therapeutic index. Even small differences between brands can lead to toxicity or treatment failure in bipolar disorder. Learn how to manage dosing, testing, and switching safely.

Olivia AHOUANGAN | Dec, 19 2025 Read More