The FDA uses priority and standard review paths for generic drugs. Priority review speeds up approval for first generics, drugs in shortage, or those with medical advantages-cutting approval time from 10 to 8 months. New rules now reward U.S.-made drugs.
Learn the life-saving red flags that mean you need to go to the ER because of a medication reaction. From anaphylaxis to skin peeling and dangerous drug interactions, know when to act fast.
Learn how to report counterfeit or tampered medications to the FDA, DEA, or manufacturers. Step-by-step guide for patients and providers to protect yourself and others from dangerous fake drugs.
Learn how to safely switch medications with proven strategies that reduce withdrawal symptoms, prevent dangerous side effects, and improve success rates. Includes step-by-step methods, risk factors, and expert-backed protocols.
Learn how to use the FDA drug shortage database to check if your medication is in short supply. Get step-by-step guidance on searching by generic name, reading NDC codes, understanding shortage reasons, and staying updated with alerts.
Medication-induced drowsiness affects 15-20% of adults and can impact safety, productivity, and quality of life. Learn the top causes, real-world fixes, and how to talk to your doctor without stopping your meds.
New antidepressants like Exxua, Zuranolone, and SPRAVATO offer faster relief and fewer side effects than traditional SSRIs. Learn how they work, who they help most, and what to expect in 2025.
Opioid-induced constipation affects up to 60% of patients on long-term pain meds. Learn how to prevent it from day one and when to move beyond laxatives to prescription treatments like PAMORAs.
Learn which opioids are safe for kidney failure, how to adjust doses by GFR, and practical tips for monitoring side effects.
Compare alfacalcidol and calcitriol, learn how each works, best uses, dosing, side‑effects and how to pick the right vitamin D analog for kidney or bone health.