Author: Elara Kingswell

Chemotherapy uses cytotoxic drugs to target cancer cells but causes side effects like nausea and fatigue. Learn how these drugs work, common side effects, and practical management strategies based on current medical research.

Learn how ACE inhibitors, ARNI, beta blockers, and diuretics work together to treat heart failure with reduced ejection fraction. Discover real-world benefits, side effects, costs, and why adherence saves lives.

The Federal Circuit Court holds exclusive authority over U.S. pharmaceutical patent cases, shaping how generics enter the market, how patents are challenged, and how long drugs stay expensive. Its rulings on ANDA filings, Orange Book listings, and dosing patents directly impact drug access and innovation.

Learn what you need to know when picking up generic medications. Understand therapeutic equivalence, safety, cost savings, and how to talk to your pharmacist about substitutions.

Medication adherence apps use smartphone reminders, tracking, and education to help people take their pills on time. Proven effective in clinical studies, they outperform pill organizers and SMS alerts-with most working for free.

Learn how to track symptoms after a drug or device safety alert. Step-by-step guide on what to watch for, when to report, and how to use tools safely to protect your health.

Pharmacy delivery and mail-order services make it easier to take your meds on time, save money, and avoid pharmacy trips. Learn how to use them safely and effectively for chronic conditions.

Discover how your genes influence your reaction to medications, from dangerous side effects to life-saving genetic tests. Learn which drugs are most affected and what you can do now.

Learn how to spot fake medicines by checking packaging, pills, and where you buy them. Your vigilance can prevent serious harm - and save lives.

Learn how to avoid unexpected high costs for prescriptions by checking your pharmacy network before filling any medication. Federal laws don't protect you from surprise pharmacy bills - you need to act.