Category: Health and Medicine - Page 3

21

Jan

Posted by Julian Stirling

Paragraph IV Certifications: How Generic Drug Makers Legally Challenge Patents

Paragraph IV certifications let generic drug makers legally challenge brand-name patents before launch. This Hatch-Waxman Act tool saves billions in drug costs and creates a 180-day exclusivity window for the first challenger-making it the most powerful path to market for generics.

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20

Jan

Posted by Julian Stirling

Pregnancy and Medications: What You Need to Know About Teratogenic Risks and Birth Defects

Learn what medications can cause birth defects during pregnancy, which ones are safest, and how to make informed choices. Get clear facts on teratogens, acetaminophen risks, and expert guidelines.

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19

Jan

Posted by Julian Stirling

Vitamin K Foods and Warfarin: How to Eat Consistently for Stable Blood Thinners

Learn how to eat vitamin K foods safely on warfarin by maintaining consistent daily intake instead of avoiding greens. Discover which foods matter most, how to track them, and why consistency beats restriction for stable blood thinning.

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16

Jan

Posted by Julian Stirling

How to Overcome Swallowing Difficulties to Keep Taking Medicine

Learn practical, safe ways to take medicine when swallowing is hard. Discover alternatives to crushing pills, proven techniques to improve swallowing, and when to ask for help from a pharmacist or therapist.

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14

Jan

Posted by Julian Stirling

Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis: Understanding Autoimmune Hypothyroidism and TSH Monitoring

Hashimoto’s thyroiditis is the leading cause of hypothyroidism, managed with levothyroxine and TSH monitoring. Learn how TSH guides treatment, when to test, and what to do if you still feel unwell despite normal results.

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10

Jan

Posted by Julian Stirling

How to Talk to Your Doctor About Taking Your Medications Correctly

Learn how to talk openly with your doctor about taking your medications as prescribed. Discover proven communication strategies that boost adherence, avoid shame, and improve health outcomes - backed by research and real patient stories.

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8

Jan

Posted by Julian Stirling

Antibiotic Stewardship at Home: How to Finish Your Course and Dispose of Leftovers Safely

Learn how to finish your antibiotic course and safely dispose of leftovers to prevent resistance. Simple steps at home can stop superbugs before they start.

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7

Jan

Posted by Julian Stirling

Tremors and Shakiness from Prescription Drugs: What You Need to Know and How to Fix It

Drug-induced tremors are a common but often misunderstood side effect of prescription medications. Learn which drugs cause shaking, how to tell if it's medication-related, and what steps you can take to manage or reverse it.

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6

Jan

Posted by Julian Stirling

Why Some People React Differently to Generic Medications

Generic medications are cheaper, but not always the same. For some drugs like levothyroxine and warfarin, small differences in absorption can cause serious side effects. Learn why some people react badly to generics - and what to do about it.

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5

Jan

Posted by Julian Stirling

Arrhythmia Procedures: Catheter Ablation and Device Therapy Explained

Catheter ablation and device therapy are proven treatments for heart rhythm disorders like atrial fibrillation. Learn how they work, their success rates, risks, and why they're becoming first-line options for many patients.

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