AIPCTShop: Pharmaceuticals, Medication & Supplements Guide - Page 5
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.
19.12.2025
Protein Shakes and Levothyroxine: How to Time Your Morning Dose Right
Learn how to time your protein shake with levothyroxine to avoid reduced absorption and unstable thyroid levels. The 4-hour rule works-here's how to make it fit your routine.
18.12.2025
Salt and Blood Pressure Medications: How Sodium Lowers Drug Effectiveness
Reducing sodium intake can significantly improve the effectiveness of blood pressure medications, lowering systolic pressure by up to 6 mm Hg in just one week. Most sodium comes from processed foods, not salt shakers.
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 Generics Save the U.S. Healthcare System Trillions: The Real Cost Impact
Generic drugs saved the U.S. healthcare system $467 billion in 2024 alone, with $3.4 trillion saved over the past decade. Learn how generics cut costs, why biosimilars are the next big savings tool, and where the system still fails patients.
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.
15.12.2025
Statins and Muscle Disorders: How Statins Trigger Myopathy and What You Can Do About It
Statin-induced muscle pain affects up to 30% of users. Learn the real causes - calcium leaks, CoQ10 loss, and autoimmune triggers - and what actually works to manage it without quitting your heart medication.
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.
9.12.2025
Hypothyroidism and Statins: How Untreated Thyroid Disease Increases Myopathy Risk
Untreated hypothyroidism can triple or quadruple the risk of muscle damage from statins. Learn how to safely manage both conditions to avoid serious side effects like rhabdomyolysis.