Author: Chris Gore

Combination NTI Drugs and Generic Availability: Coverage and Gaps

Explore the critical gaps in generic availability for combination NTI drugs, understanding the risks of bioequivalence and the regulatory hurdles affecting patient safety.

Keratosis Pilaris: Rough Bumps and Smoothing Treatments

Keratosis pilaris causes rough, bumpy skin-commonly on the arms and thighs. While it's harmless, it can be frustrating. Learn how gentle exfoliation and consistent moisturizing can smooth the texture and reduce appearance over time.

Pharmaceutical Prices across Different Countries: A Comparison

Drug prices vary wildly across countries - U.S. patients pay up to 4 times more for brand-name medications than those in Japan or Australia. This difference comes from policy, not cost. Learn how other nations control prices and why the U.S. is finally changing.

Hyponatremia from SSRIs: Low Sodium and Confusion Risk in Older Adults

SSRIs can cause dangerous low sodium levels, especially in older adults. Learn the signs, risks, and safer alternatives like mirtazapine to avoid confusion and hospitalization.

How Advertising Shapes Perceptions of Generic Drugs

Pharmaceutical ads shape how patients view generic drugs, often pushing them toward pricier branded options-even when generics are just as effective. Here’s how marketing distorts medical decisions.

How to Prevent Overdose in People with Substance Use Disorders

Learn proven, practical ways to prevent overdose in people with substance use disorders - from naloxone and fentanyl test strips to medication-assisted treatment and safety planning. These strategies save lives.

How to Share Over-the-Counter and Supplement Use Accurately with Your Provider

Accurately sharing your over-the-counter meds and supplement use with your provider can prevent dangerous interactions, hospitalizations, and even death. Learn how to track, disclose, and advocate for safer care.

How to Store Inhalers and Nebulizer Medications Safely

Learn how to properly store inhalers and nebulizer medications to ensure they work when you need them most. Temperature, humidity, and storage location can make the difference between life and death during an asthma attack.

Arthritis Types Explained: Osteoarthritis vs. Rheumatoid Arthritis vs. Others

Osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis are the two most common types of arthritis, but they're fundamentally different. One is wear and tear. The other is your immune system attacking your joints. Learn how to tell them apart - and why it matters.

Large Print and Accessible Prescription Labels for Low Vision: What You Need to Know

Accessible prescription labels with large print, audio, or QR codes help people with low vision take medications safely. Learn how these labels work, what the law requires, and how to get them at any pharmacy.