Author: Elizabeth Cox - Page 2
OTC to Prescription Switches: What Consumers Need to Know About Safety
OTC switches make common meds easier to buy, but they come with hidden risks. Learn how to use them safely, avoid dangerous interactions, and know when to skip self-treatment and see a doctor.
Acne: Types, Causes, and Topical vs. Oral Treatments
Acne affects millions worldwide and comes in many forms-from blackheads to cysts. Learn the real causes, how to identify your type, and what topical and oral treatments actually work based on current medical evidence.
Alcohol and Sleep Medications: Why Mixing Them Can Be Deadly
Mixing alcohol with sleep medications like Ambien or Lunesta can cause dangerous sedation, slowed breathing, and even death. Learn why no amount is safe, which drugs are most risky, and what alternatives exist.
Glossary of FDA Label Terms: From Contraindication to Precaution
Understand key FDA drug label terms like contraindication, precaution, and indications to use medications safely. Learn what each section means and how to use this info for better health decisions.
Canada's Generic Drug System vs. the USA: How Pricing, Supply, and Policy Differ
Canada and the U.S. both use generic drugs, but Canada controls prices through negotiation while the U.S. relies on competition. The result? Lower prices in the U.S., but fewer shortages in Canada.
Hip Labral Tears in Athletes: Diagnosis, Imaging, and Arthroscopy Recovery
Hip labral tears are a leading cause of hip pain in athletes, often linked to FAI or hip dysplasia. Diagnosis relies on MRA imaging and arthroscopy. Treatment ranges from physical therapy to surgical repair, with recovery taking 3-6 months. Early intervention prevents long-term joint damage.
Indian Generic Manufacturers: The World's Pharmacy and Global Drug Exports
India produces one in five generic medicines worldwide, supplying affordable, high-quality drugs to over 150 countries. With 650 FDA-approved plants and a focus on biosimilars, it remains the world's pharmacy despite challenges like API dependence on China.
Sugar Intake and Diabetes Medications: How Diet Affects Your Treatment
Sugar intake directly impacts how well diabetes medications like metformin and sulfonylureas work. Learn which foods sabotage your treatment and how low-GI eating improves glycemic control with fewer side effects.
Antibiotics for Bacterial Infections: Classes and How They Work
Antibiotics fight bacterial infections by targeting specific parts of bacteria - from cell walls to DNA. Learn how different classes work, why resistance is rising, and what you can do to help.
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder: Understanding Intrusive Thoughts and How ERP Therapy Works
OCD isn't about being tidy-it's about being trapped by terrifying thoughts and rituals. ERP therapy helps break the cycle by facing fears without performing compulsions. Learn how it works and why it's the most effective treatment.