Archive: 2026/01 - Page 2

Learn which asthma medications are safe during pregnancy and breastfeeding, why skipping them is dangerous, and how to manage your asthma without harming your baby. Evidence-based guidance for new and expecting mothers.

Polysomnography is the gold standard sleep study used to diagnose sleep disorders like sleep apnea, narcolepsy, and parasomnias. Learn what happens during the test, how results are interpreted, and why it's more accurate than home tests.

Biosimilars and generics both lower drug costs, but they’re not the same. Biosimilars are complex biologic copies requiring extensive testing, while generics are simple chemical duplicates. Understand how they differ in cost, approval, and use.

Generic medication switches for children can pose serious risks due to differences in formulation, dosing, and metabolism. Parents need to know when a switch is happening, which drugs are safest to change, and how to protect their child’s treatment.

Many medications cause heartburn and upset stomach, but you don't have to suffer. Learn which pills trigger symptoms and how to prevent them with simple, proven strategies-without stopping your treatment.

Behind-the-counter medications like pseudoephedrine, Plan B, and insulin require pharmacist consultation but no prescription. Learn what they are, how they work, and what you need to know before buying them.

Direct-to-consumer generic pharmacies are cutting out middlemen to offer FDA-approved medications at prices up to 80% lower than traditional pharmacies. Here’s how they work, who’s behind them, and how to use them safely in 2026.