Category: Medications - Page 3

Generic Drug User Fee Amendments: How GDUFA Laws Speed Up FDA Review and Lower Drug Costs

8.01.2026 By: Salvadore Dulaney

GDUFA is the law that lets the FDA collect fees from generic drug makers to speed up reviews, cut backlogs, and ensure safe, affordable drugs reach patients faster. Since 2012, it’s cut approval times by over 60%.

How to Read Medication Guides for Overdose Warnings and Antidotes

3.01.2026 By: Salvadore Dulaney

Learn how to read your medication guide to spot overdose warnings and antidotes before it's too late. Know where to look, what to do, and how to prevent accidental overdose with prescription drugs.

Litigation in Generic Markets: How Patent Disputes Delay Affordable Medicines

3.01.2026 By: Salvadore Dulaney

Patent litigation in generic drug markets is delaying affordable medicines, with brand companies using complex legal tactics to block competition. Learn how the Hatch-Waxman Act, Orange Book listings, and pay-for-delay deals are shaping drug prices today.

FDA Orange Book: How Approved Generic Drugs Are Listed and Why It Matters

1.01.2026 By: Salvadore Dulaney

The FDA Orange Book lists approved generic drugs and tells pharmacists which ones can be safely swapped for brand-name versions. Learn how therapeutic equivalence codes, patents, and the Reference Listed Drug system make generic drugs reliable and affordable.

Drug Recalls and Safety Alerts: How to Stay Informed About FDA Warnings

31.12.2025 By: Salvadore Dulaney

Learn how to get real-time FDA drug recalls and safety alerts, what to look for in warnings, and how to report bad reactions-before it affects you or someone you love.

How to Read Your Prescription Medication Label Correctly

30.12.2025 By: Salvadore Dulaney

Learn how to read your prescription label step by step to avoid dangerous mistakes. Understand each part-from your name to the expiration date-and know what to do if something doesn't make sense.

SNRI Medications and Side Effects: Venlafaxine, Duloxetine, and Others

29.12.2025 By: Salvadore Dulaney

SNRI medications like venlafaxine and duloxetine treat depression, anxiety, and chronic pain by targeting serotonin and norepinephrine. Learn how they work, common side effects, and how to manage them safely.

DOAC Interactions with Other Medications: What You Need to Know

27.12.2025 By: Salvadore Dulaney

DOACs like apixaban and rivaroxaban are easier to use than warfarin, but drug interactions can still cause dangerous bleeding or clots. Learn which medications to avoid and how to stay safe.

Antibiotic Stewardship at Home: Why Finishing Your Course and Proper Disposal Matters

24.12.2025 By: Salvadore Dulaney

Learn why finishing your antibiotic course and disposing of leftovers properly is critical to stopping superbugs. Simple steps at home can protect your family and the community from antibiotic resistance.

How to Switch Back from a Generic to a Brand Medication Safely

23.12.2025 By: Salvadore Dulaney

Switching from a generic to a brand medication requires medical justification, proper documentation, and insurance approval. Learn the steps to do it safely if you've had side effects or treatment failure with generics.