Large print and accessible prescription labels help people with low vision take medications safely. Learn how to get 18-point font, audio labels, and QR codes - and why pharmacies are legally required to provide them.
Generic drugs save money but often suffer from manufacturing defects like capping, contamination, and inconsistent dosing. These flaws can compromise safety and effectiveness-especially for critical medications. Here's what's going wrong and how to protect yourself.
State laws on generic drug substitution vary widely across the U.S., affecting how pharmacists swap brand-name drugs for cheaper generics. Learn how these rules impact patient safety, costs, and what you need to know if you're on critical medications.
Authorized generics let brand drugmakers stay competitive after patents expire by selling identical drugs under private labels. They lower prices, confuse patients, and reshape generic markets.
MRSA infections now blur the line between hospitals and communities. Learn how CA-MRSA and HA-MRSA differ in spread, symptoms, and treatment - and why old definitions no longer work.
Generic drugs save billions and work for most people - but myths about safety and effectiveness still cause fear. Learn the truth behind bioequivalence, rare exceptions, and how to use generics safely.
Medication Therapy Management (MTM) is a free, personalized service for Medicare Part D patients taking multiple medications. Learn how pharmacist-led reviews can improve safety, reduce costs, and help you understand your prescriptions.
Switching between generic levothyroxine brands doesn't require routine TSH testing for most people. Learn who needs monitoring, why some react differently, and how to stay safe without overtesting.
The FDA's 2025 update to biosimilar approval streamlines the process, cutting costs and time by reducing the need for clinical trials. Learn how biosimilars differ from generics, why interchangeability matters, and what's blocking wider use in the U.S.
TENS therapy uses gentle electrical pulses to block pain signals and trigger natural painkillers. Learn how it works, what it helps with, and how to use it safely for back pain, arthritis, and more.