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Quality by Design in Generic Drug Development: Modern Science-Based Approaches

Barbara Lalicki December 17, 2025 Medications 15 Comments
Quality by Design in Generic Drug Development: Modern Science-Based Approaches

Quality by Design (QbD) is now the standard for generic drug development, replacing outdated testing methods with science-based control. Learn how QbD improves bioequivalence, cuts approval times, and reduces costs-while avoiding common pitfalls.

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Vitamin K Foods on Warfarin: How to Eat Consistently for Stable Blood Thinning

Barbara Lalicki December 16, 2025 Medications 13 Comments
Vitamin K Foods on Warfarin: How to Eat Consistently for Stable Blood Thinning

Learn how to eat vitamin K foods safely on warfarin. Consistency, not restriction, is the key to stable INR levels. Find out which foods matter most and how to build a daily routine that works.

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Medication Safety for Chronic Conditions: Essential Long-Term Use Tips

Barbara Lalicki December 15, 2025 Medications 13 Comments
Medication Safety for Chronic Conditions: Essential Long-Term Use Tips

Learn practical, proven ways to stay safe while taking medications for chronic conditions long-term. Avoid dangerous interactions, reduce risks from polypharmacy, and improve adherence with simple daily habits.

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Falls and Medications: Which Drugs Increase Fall Risk for Seniors

Barbara Lalicki December 11, 2025 Medications 10 Comments
Falls and Medications: Which Drugs Increase Fall Risk for Seniors

Many seniors fall because of medications they're taking-antidepressants, benzodiazepines, blood pressure pills, and even OTC sleep aids. Learn which drugs raise fall risk and how to safely reduce them.

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How to Report Counterfeit or Tampered Medications: Step-by-Step Guide for Patients and Providers

Barbara Lalicki December 10, 2025 Medications 10 Comments
How to Report Counterfeit or Tampered Medications: Step-by-Step Guide for Patients and Providers

Learn how to report counterfeit or tampered medications to protect yourself and others. Step-by-step guide for patients, pharmacists, and providers on using MedWatch, DEA tip lines, and other safety systems.

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How to Use Clinician Portals and Apps for Drug Safety Monitoring

Barbara Lalicki December 5, 2025 Medications 15 Comments
How to Use Clinician Portals and Apps for Drug Safety Monitoring

Learn how clinicians use secure portals and apps to detect and report adverse drug reactions in real time. From EHR-integrated alerts to AI-powered signal detection, discover the tools changing drug safety monitoring today.

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Essential Tremor: How Beta-Blockers Help Control Involuntary Shaking

Barbara Lalicki December 4, 2025 Medications 10 Comments
Essential Tremor: How Beta-Blockers Help Control Involuntary Shaking

Essential tremor is the most common movement disorder, affecting millions. Beta-blockers like propranolol are the first-line treatment, offering significant tremor control for many patients-though side effects and individual response vary widely.

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Chronic Kidney Disease and Metformin or SGLT2 Inhibitors: Dosing and Safety Guidelines 2025

Barbara Lalicki December 4, 2025 Medications 15 Comments
Chronic Kidney Disease and Metformin or SGLT2 Inhibitors: Dosing and Safety Guidelines 2025

Learn the latest 2025 guidelines for using metformin and SGLT2 inhibitors in Chronic Kidney Disease. Know safe eGFR thresholds, dosing rules, side effects, and how to combine these drugs for kidney and heart protection.

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Employer Health Plans and Generic Drugs: How Formularies Control Your Prescription Costs

Barbara Lalicki December 3, 2025 Medications 10 Comments
Employer Health Plans and Generic Drugs: How Formularies Control Your Prescription Costs

Learn how employer health plans use formularies to control prescription costs, why generics are your best bet, and what to do when your drug gets removed from coverage.

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How Media Coverage Undermines Confidence in Generic Drugs

Barbara Lalicki December 2, 2025 Medications 12 Comments
How Media Coverage Undermines Confidence in Generic Drugs

Media coverage often fuels mistrust in generic drugs despite scientific proof they're just as safe and effective as brand-name versions. Learn how headlines, language, and misinformation shape patient choices-and what you can do about it.

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Cataracts and Glaucoma from Long-Term Steroid Use: What You Need to Know for Eye Safety

Barbara Lalicki December 2, 2025 Medications 11 Comments
Cataracts and Glaucoma from Long-Term Steroid Use: What You Need to Know for Eye Safety

Long-term steroid use can cause silent but serious eye damage, including cataracts and glaucoma. Learn how to spot early signs, who’s at risk, and how to protect your vision with proper monitoring.

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How to Reconcile Medications After Hospital Discharge to Avoid Dangerous Interactions

Barbara Lalicki December 1, 2025 Medications 12 Comments
How to Reconcile Medications After Hospital Discharge to Avoid Dangerous Interactions

After hospital discharge, medication errors cause thousands of preventable readmissions. Learn how to reconcile your meds step by step to avoid dangerous drug interactions and stay safe at home.

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