Author: Celeste Farnell
Hydroxyzine vs. Benadryl: Which Antihistamine Is Right for You?
Hydroxyzine and Benadryl both treat allergies and anxiety, but they work differently. Learn which one is safer, more effective, and right for your specific symptoms based on real-world use and medical guidelines.
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Tadalafil for Pulmonary Hypertension: What You Need to Know
Tadalafil is an FDA-approved oral treatment for pulmonary arterial hypertension that helps widen lung arteries, improves exercise ability, and is taken once daily. Learn how it works, its side effects, costs, and how it compares to other PAH drugs.
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Biosimilar Cost Savings: How Much Do They Really Save Compared to Original Biologics?
Biosimilars offer real cost savings on expensive biologic drugs-up to 85% off list prices for some. Learn how they work, why savings vary, and why the U.S. is missing out on billions.
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Safe Use of Cough and Cold Products in Kids Under 6: What Parents Need to Know
Cough and cold medicines are unsafe and ineffective for kids under 6. Learn why pediatric experts advise against them, what dangers they pose, and the proven, safe alternatives that actually work.
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GLP-1 Receptor Agonists: How They Help You Lose Weight and Lower A1C
GLP-1 receptor agonists like Ozempic and Wegovy help lower A1C and promote significant weight loss by reducing appetite and slowing digestion. Learn how they work, who they're for, and what to expect.
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Contamination Issues in Generic Drugs: Recent Cases and How to Prevent Them
Recent contamination cases in generic drugs-including NDMA in valsartan and benzene in Mucinex-reveal serious safety gaps. Learn how these toxins get into medications, who's responsible, and what patients can do to protect themselves.
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How Sleep and Circadian Rhythm Affect Weight Gain and Metabolism
Poor sleep and irregular schedules disrupt your body's internal clock, leading to weight gain even when you eat right. Learn how circadian rhythm affects metabolism and what you can do to fix it.
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Hand and Foot Swelling from Medications: When to Contact Your Doctor
Hand and foot swelling from medications can be harmless-or a sign of something serious. Learn which drugs cause it, when to call your doctor, and what to do next.
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Overcoming Stigma: Talking Openly About Buspirone and Mental Health
Buspirone is a non-addictive, non-sedating anxiety medication that helps manage chronic worry without the stigma of stronger drugs. Learn how it works, why people hide it, and how to talk openly about mental health treatment.
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Carbidopa-Levodopa-Entacapone and Cognitive Function in Parkinson's Patients
Carbidopa-levodopa-entacapone improves movement in Parkinson’s but can affect thinking. Learn who benefits, who’s at risk, and how to balance motor gains with cognitive health.
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Anastrozole in Metastatic Breast Cancer: What Patients Need to Know
Anastrozole is a key hormone therapy for postmenopausal women with metastatic breast cancer. Learn how it works, what side effects to expect, how to manage them, and what to do if it stops working.
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Losartan and Sleep: How This Blood Pressure Drug Affects Your Rest
Explore how Losartan, a common blood pressure drug, can affect sleep quality, why it happens, and practical steps to maintain restful nights while staying on the medication.
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