Prior authorization is a common but confusing step in getting your prescription covered by insurance. Learn what drugs require it, how the process works, what to do if it's denied, and how to avoid delays.
Medicare can now negotiate drug prices for the first time under the Inflation Reduction Act. Discover how this cuts costs for seniors, changes insurer discounts, and reshapes the entire U.S. drug pricing system.
Learn how to manage hypoparathyroidism with calcium and vitamin D, including dosing, diet, monitoring, and when to consider newer PTH therapies. Avoid kidney damage and stabilize your symptoms with proven strategies.
Over half of patients with chronic conditions skip or forget their medications due to cost, confusion, complex schedules, and fear of side effects. Understanding these barriers is the first step to better health outcomes.
Cyclosporine and tacrolimus are essential for transplant patients but come with serious side effects like kidney damage, tremors, and diabetes. Learn how these drugs compare, what to watch for, and how doctors are now reducing their use to improve long-term health.
TZDs like pioglitazone help control blood sugar but often cause weight gain and swelling. Learn proven strategies to reduce fluid retention, lower doses safely, and combine with better alternatives like SGLT2 inhibitors.
Warfarin and DOACs are both blood thinners used to prevent clots, but DOACs are now preferred for most patients due to better safety, fewer interactions, and no need for regular blood tests. Learn the key differences and what to do in an emergency.
Steroid myopathy causes painless, progressive muscle weakness in people on long-term corticosteroids. Learn how to recognize early signs, avoid misdiagnosis, and start safe, effective physical therapy to regain strength.
Infographics about generics help patients understand that generic drugs are just as safe and effective as brand-name versions. With clear visuals, they debunk myths, explain FDA approval, and show how generics save money-without sacrificing quality.
Learn the daily foot inspection checklist proven to prevent diabetic foot ulcers and avoid amputation. Follow evidence-based steps for washing, inspecting, moisturizing, and choosing safe footwear every day.
Nasal steroid sprays are the most effective treatment for allergic rhinitis, reducing inflammation to relieve congestion, sneezing, and runny nose. Learn how they work, why daily use matters, and how to use them safely.
Learn how drug take-back programs safely dispose of unused medications through permanent drop boxes, mail-back envelopes, and nationwide events. Find out what you can and can’t dispose of, and how to locate the nearest collection site.
Explore how Olmesartan/Amlodipine evolved, its clinical impact, and future developments in hypertension therapy.
Current evidence shows gabapentin and pregabalin may increase risks of preterm birth, heart defects, and neonatal withdrawal in pregnancy. Safer alternatives exist, and careful monitoring is essential if these drugs are used.
Elavil (amitriptyline) is still used for pain, sleep, and depression, but many patients seek alternatives due to side effects. Compare duloxetine, pregabalin, mirtazapine, SSRIs, and non-drug options to find what works best for you.
Bronchiectasis causes chronic cough and mucus buildup, leading to frequent infections. Daily airway clearance and targeted antibiotics can break this cycle, slow lung damage, and improve quality of life - even if the condition can't be cured.
Understand how 2025 Medicare Part D formulary updates are forcing generic and biosimilar switches, what drugs are affected, and how to protect your coverage before January 1.