Author: Caspian Whitlock - Page 2
Anticholinergic Burden in Older Adults: How Common Medications Affect Memory and Thinking
Anticholinergic burden from common medications like Benadryl and bladder pills can cause memory loss and increase dementia risk in older adults. Learn which drugs are dangerous and what safer alternatives exist.
Colchicine and Macrolides: How Together They Can Cause Dangerous Toxicity
Colchicine and macrolides like clarithromycin can cause deadly toxicity when taken together due to dual inhibition of CYP3A4 and P-gp. Azithromycin is a safer alternative. Know the risks and how to prevent them.
Recent Advances in Bioequivalence Testing: Emerging Technologies Driving Faster Generic Drug Approval
Recent advances in bioequivalence testing use AI, virtual platforms, and advanced imaging to speed up generic drug approval. These innovations cut costs, improve accuracy, and expand access to affordable medicines worldwide.
Community Health Presentations: Public Education Resources on Generic Drugs
Community health presentations are helping patients understand that generic drugs are just as safe and effective as brand-name medications - saving billions annually. Learn how FDA-approved generics work, why people still doubt them, and what’s changing in 2025.
Moles and Melanoma: How the ABCDE Rule Helps Spot Skin Cancer Early
Learn how the ABCDE rule helps spot melanoma early, its limitations, when to get a biopsy, and what steps to take now to protect your skin from skin cancer.
COVID-19: Symptoms, Variants, Vaccines, and Treatment Options Today
As of 2026, COVID-19 is a seasonal virus with new variants, updated vaccines, and proven treatments. Learn the latest symptoms, which vaccines work now, and who still needs to be cautious.
180-Day Exclusivity and Authorized Generics: Legal Considerations in the U.S. Drug Market
The 180-day exclusivity rule for generic drugs was designed to reward patent challengers-but brand companies can legally launch their own versions during that time, slashing profits and undermining competition. Here’s how it works and why it’s broken.
Citrus Fruits Beyond Grapefruit: Pomelo and Seville Orange Effects on Drugs
Pomelo and Seville orange can be just as dangerous as grapefruit when taken with certain medications. These citrus fruits block drug metabolism, raising levels of statins, blood pressure drugs, and immunosuppressants to toxic levels. Many products don't warn you. Know the risks and how to stay safe.
Anticoagulation in Kidney and Liver Disease: What Doctors Really Do
Managing blood thinners in kidney and liver disease is complex and risky. Learn what doctors actually do when guidelines don’t apply, which anticoagulants are safest, and how to navigate treatment when your organs aren’t working right.
Metronidazole and Alcohol: What Really Happens? The Truth Behind the Disulfiram-Like Reaction
Metronidazole and alcohol don't cause the dangerous disulfiram-like reaction once believed. New research shows no significant interaction - here's what actually happens and what you should do.