Author: Damien Lockhart
Compulsory Licensing: How Governments Override Patents to Save Lives
Compulsory licensing lets governments authorize generic production of patented drugs during health emergencies, cutting prices and saving lives. Used in India, Brazil, and Thailand, it's a legal tool to balance profit with public need.
Authorized Biologic Alternatives: How Biosimilars Work Like Generics
Biosimilars are the closest thing to generics for complex biologic drugs. They’re safe, effective, and can cut costs by up to 50%. Learn how they work, why they’re not widely used yet, and what you need to know if you’re on a biologic medication.
HPV Infections: How Vaccination, Screening, and Early Detection Prevent Cervical Cancer
HPV causes nearly all cervical cancers, but vaccination and modern screening can prevent them. Learn how HPV testing, self-collection, and vaccines work together to stop cancer before it starts.
Therapeutic Interchange: What Providers Really Do When Switching Medications Within the Same Class
Therapeutic interchange is a controlled swap of medications within the same drug class to cut costs without losing effectiveness. It's common in hospitals and nursing homes, but rarely happens in pharmacies without doctor approval. Here's how it really works.
Authorized Generics vs Traditional Generics: What You Need to Know
Learn the key differences between authorized generics and traditional generics, how they're made, why it matters for your health, and when to ask for one over the other. Not all generics are the same.
Athlete Anti-Doping Rules: Prescription Medications and Side Effects to Consider
Athletes must navigate strict anti-doping rules when using prescription medications. Learn which common drugs are banned, how to get a Therapeutic Use Exemption, and how to avoid accidental violations that can end careers.
Drug Withdrawals and Recalls: Why Medications Get Removed from the Market
Discover why medications get pulled from the market, how the FDA decides, and what changed in 2023 to protect patients from ineffective drugs. Learn the real risks behind accelerated approvals and how to stay informed.
Anaphylaxis from Medications: How to Recognize and Respond to a Life-Threatening Allergic Reaction
Learn how to recognize the life-threatening signs of anaphylaxis caused by medications, why epinephrine is critical, and what steps to take before, during, and after a reaction to prevent death.
Naloxone Co-Prescribing: How It Saves Lives When Opioids Are Prescribed
Naloxone co-prescribing gives patients on opioids a life-saving tool to reverse overdoses. Learn who needs it, how it works, and how to get it-even if your doctor doesn’t mention it.
Insulin Therapy Side Effects: Managing Hypoglycemia and Weight Gain
Insulin therapy is essential for many with diabetes, but hypoglycemia and weight gain are common, serious side effects. Learn how to prevent lows, manage weight gain, and use new tools like CGMs and GLP-1 drugs to stay safe and healthy.
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