Only rifampin has proven to reduce birth control pill effectiveness. Most antibiotics, including amoxicillin and doxycycline, do not interfere. Learn what the science says and stop unnecessary backup methods.
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.
Obesity isn't about willpower - it's a biological malfunction. This article explains how appetite regulation and metabolic dysfunction drive weight gain, from leptin resistance to brain signaling errors, and why new treatments are changing the game.
Why do some people react badly to medications while others don't? Learn how genetics, age, and drug interactions shape side effects - and what you can do to stay safe.
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 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.
By 2025, healthcare providers are shifting from traditional roles to collaborative, tech-enabled partners. Learn how attitudes toward AI, patient data, certification, and flexible work are reshaping care delivery.
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.
Generic switching can be dangerous for NTI drugs like warfarin and phenytoin, where tiny changes in blood levels cause serious harm. Learn why even FDA-approved generics may not be safe substitutes and what patients must do to protect themselves.
Liver transplantation offers a lifeline for end-stage liver disease. Learn who qualifies, how the surgery works, what immunosuppression involves, and what life looks like after a transplant.