Learn the legal requirements for generic drug approval in the U.S. through the FDA's ANDA process, including bioequivalence standards, patent rules, manufacturing guidelines, and key challenges manufacturers face.
Medication reformulations change how drugs are made-not what’s in them. Learn why companies tweak formulas, how it affects your treatment, and what to do if your pill looks different.
How federal and state laws shape generic drug payments through MAC pricing, PBM spread, Medicare Part D tiers, and the new $2 Drug List. Understand why your copay changes - and how to pay less.
If you get the wrong medication from the pharmacy, stop taking it immediately and call your doctor. Preserve all evidence, report the error, and know your legal rights to protect yourself and prevent future mistakes.
Amiodarone, digoxin, and warfarin together create a deadly drug interaction that can cause toxic digoxin levels and life-threatening bleeding. Learn how to recognize the risks and what to do to stay safe.
Generic drugs work the same as brand-name medications but cost 80-85% less. Learn how they're made through reverse engineering, bioequivalence testing, and strict FDA manufacturing standards - without repeating clinical trials.
The FDA is proposing a new standardized Patient Medication Information (PMI) that will be required for all outpatient prescription drugs starting in 2025. Here's what it includes, why it matters, and how it differs from current labels.
Compounded medications offer custom solutions for patients who can't use standard drugs due to allergies, dosage needs, or swallowing issues. But they come with risks-know when they're truly necessary and how to find a safe pharmacy.
Pharmacists play a vital role in spotting and reporting generic drug problems like therapeutic inequivalence and manufacturing issues. Learn what to report, how to do it, and why your reports matter to patient safety.
Certain herbal supplements like St. John's Wort and ginkgo biloba can dangerously interact with prescription drugs, reducing effectiveness or increasing side effects. Learn which herbs to avoid and how to protect yourself.