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Excipients in Generics: How Inactive Ingredients Affect Tolerance and Safety

Excipients in Generics: How Inactive Ingredients Affect Tolerance and Safety

Generic drugs may have the same active ingredient as brand-name versions, but their inactive ingredients - excipients - can trigger allergies, intolerances, and side effects. Learn which ingredients to watch for and how to protect yourself.

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Hatch-Waxman Act: How It Shaped Generic Drug Access in the U.S.

Hatch-Waxman Act: How It Shaped Generic Drug Access in the U.S.

The Hatch-Waxman Act created the modern system for generic drug approval in the U.S., balancing innovation incentives with faster market access. It saved billions and now faces new challenges from patent abuse.

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Do Biosimilars Work as Well as Original Biologics? Clinical Evidence Explained

Do Biosimilars Work as Well as Original Biologics? Clinical Evidence Explained

Biosimilars are proven to work as well as original biologics in treating chronic diseases like arthritis, Crohn’s, and cancer. Real-world data from hundreds of thousands of patients confirms equivalent safety and effectiveness-with major cost savings.

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Narcolepsy: Understanding Daytime Sleepiness and Stimulant Treatment Options

Narcolepsy: Understanding Daytime Sleepiness and Stimulant Treatment Options

Narcolepsy causes uncontrollable daytime sleepiness and sudden muscle weakness. Stimulants like modafinil and armodafinil are first-line treatments to improve alertness, but each has different benefits and risks. Learn how they work and what to expect.

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Acid-Reducing Medications: How They Interfere with Other Drugs

Acid-Reducing Medications: How They Interfere with Other Drugs

Acid-reducing medications like PPIs can drastically reduce the absorption of critical drugs such as HIV antivirals and cancer treatments. Learn which medications are affected, why it happens, and how to prevent dangerous interactions.

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Continuing Education for Pharmacists: Staying Current on Generics

Continuing Education for Pharmacists: Staying Current on Generics

Pharmacists must stay current on generics to ensure safe substitutions. Learn key CE requirements, FDA Orange Book updates, biosimilars, state laws, and how to choose effective training that reduces errors and protects patients.

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Postpartum Thyroiditis: What Every New Mom Needs to Know About Temporary Thyroid Dysfunction

Postpartum Thyroiditis: What Every New Mom Needs to Know About Temporary Thyroid Dysfunction

Postpartum thyroiditis affects 5-10% of new mothers and is often mistaken for depression or exhaustion. Learn the signs, symptoms, and how to get tested before it becomes permanent.

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Quality Assurance Units: Why Independent Oversight Is Non-Negotiable in Production

Quality Assurance Units: Why Independent Oversight Is Non-Negotiable in Production

Quality Assurance Units must operate independently from production to ensure safety and compliance. Learn why separation is non-negotiable in pharma and nuclear manufacturing - and how to build a truly effective quality oversight system.

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Gestational Diabetes: How to Manage Blood Sugar During Pregnancy

Gestational Diabetes: How to Manage Blood Sugar During Pregnancy

Gestational diabetes affects up to 10% of pregnancies. Learn how to manage blood sugar with diet, movement, and monitoring to protect your baby and your long-term health.

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How to Prepare for Allergy Testing for Antibiotic Reactions

How to Prepare for Allergy Testing for Antibiotic Reactions

Learn how to prepare for antibiotic allergy testing to confirm or rule out true drug reactions. Stop antihistamines, know what to expect during skin and oral tests, and discover how de-labeling can save you money and improve your care.

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