In 2025, the FDA issued major drug safety alerts on opioids, Alzheimer's meds, ADHD drugs, and more. Learn what changed, why it matters, and what you should do if you're taking any of these medications.
Learn how to check formularies and preferred drug lists before prescribing to avoid costly errors, delays, and patient abandonment. Essential guide for clinicians in 2025.
The TRIPS Agreement enforces strict global patent rules that limit access to affordable generic medicines, especially in low-income countries. Despite flexibilities like compulsory licensing, real-world barriers keep life-saving drugs out of reach for millions.
Most people told they're allergic to penicillin aren't truly allergic - and cephalosporins are often safe. Learn the real risk of cross-reactivity, why outdated myths persist, and how to get better, safer antibiotic treatment.
Proteinuria is a key sign of kidney damage, often showing up as foamy urine. Early detection through simple urine tests and prompt treatment with medication and lifestyle changes can prevent serious kidney disease.
Learn how to safely choose antiemetics for nausea caused by surgery, opioids, or chemo. Compare ondansetron, droperidol, and dexamethasone with real-world data on effectiveness, cost, and risks.
Proton pump inhibitors can severely reduce absorption of some antifungals like itraconazole and ketoconazole, leading to treatment failure. Fluconazole and echinocandins are safer alternatives. New research also suggests PPIs may boost antifungal power against resistant fungi.
Deprescribing frameworks help safely reduce unnecessary medications in older adults to cut side effects like dizziness, falls, and confusion. Learn how evidence-based steps can improve health without risking safety.
Soolantra (ivermectin) is a top treatment for rosacea, but it's not the only option. Compare it to metronidazole, azelaic acid, oral antibiotics, and more to find what works best for your skin.
Prednisolone works fast for inflammation but has serious long-term side effects. Discover proven alternatives like methotrexate, biologics, and azathioprine that can help you reduce or stop steroid use safely.
Learn how to safely combine amiodarone with other antiarrhythmics, covering dosing, monitoring, drug interactions, and practical clinical guidelines.
Explore hydroxyzine's link to QT prolongation, the underlying hERG mechanism, risk assessment steps, and safer alternatives for clinicians.