Author: Arthur Dunsworth
21.12.2025
FDA Databases: How to Verify Medications and Spot Counterfeit Drugs
Learn how to use FDA databases to verify prescription medications and spot counterfeit drugs. Check NDC numbers, avoid fake pharmacies, and protect yourself from dangerous fake pills.
20.12.2025
When Do Drug Patents Expire? Understanding the 20-Year Term and What Really Happens
Drug patents last 20 years from filing, but most drugs lose exclusivity after 7-14 years due to R&D delays and regulatory extensions. Learn how patent term adjustments, exclusivity periods, and generic competition affect drug prices.
17.12.2025
Cannabinoids and Pain: What the Evidence Really Says About Dosing and Safety
Cannabinoids like CBD and THC are widely used for pain, but the evidence is mixed. Learn what actually works, safe dosing tips, and how they compare to opioids based on the latest research.
15.12.2025
How Food Affects Medication Side Effects: Simple Rules Every Patient Should Know
Food can make your meds work better, worse, or even dangerous. Learn the top 5 food-drug interactions that affect side effects, when to take pills with or without food, and how to stay safe every day.
12.12.2025
How Generics Are Shaping Global Healthcare Spending
Generics keep global healthcare spending from spiraling out of control. They save billions and save lives - but only if they’re accessible. Here’s how they work, where they’re failing, and what needs to change.
11.12.2025
How to Protect Controlled Medications from Theft When Traveling
Learn how to safely travel with controlled medications like opioids and benzodiazepines without risking theft, confiscation, or legal trouble. Essential tips for TSA rules, international travel, hotel safety, and what to do if your meds are stolen.
8.12.2025
OTC Athlete’s Foot Treatments: How to Use Antifungals Safely and Effectively
Learn how to safely and effectively treat athlete’s foot with OTC antifungals. Discover which creams, sprays, and powders work best, how to apply them, and how to prevent it from coming back.
4.12.2025
Food Environment: How to Set Up Your Home Kitchen to Support Weight Loss Goals
Your kitchen shapes your eating habits more than your willpower. Learn how to rearrange your home food environment to make healthy choices automatic, reduce snacking, and support lasting weight loss without strict diets.
1.12.2025
How to Communicate Past Drug Reactions Before Surgery: A Clear Guide for Patients
Learn how to clearly communicate past drug reactions before surgery to prevent life-threatening complications. Get step-by-step guidance on documenting allergies, talking to your medical team, and ensuring your safety during anesthesia.
1.12.2025
Narrow Therapeutic Index Drugs: Why Stricter Bioequivalence Rules Matter
Narrow therapeutic index drugs require stricter bioequivalence rules because even small differences in dosage can cause serious harm. Learn how the FDA, EMA, and Health Canada regulate generics like warfarin and levothyroxine to ensure patient safety.