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FDA List of Authorized Generics: Where to Find the Official Database

FDA List of Authorized Generics: Where to Find the Official Database

Harrison Greywell Jan, 10 2026 13

The FDA maintains the only official list of authorized generics-identical to brand-name drugs but sold under a generic label. Learn where to find it, how to use it, and what it doesn't tell you.

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OTC Gas and Bloating Remedies: Simethicone vs Enzyme Products Explained

OTC Gas and Bloating Remedies: Simethicone vs Enzyme Products Explained

Harrison Greywell Jan, 5 2026 13

Learn how simethicone and enzyme products like Beano and Lactaid work to relieve gas and bloating. Find out which one to use, when, and why they’re not always the full solution.

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Formulation Differences and Side Effects: Tablets, Capsules, and Extended-Release Medications

Formulation Differences and Side Effects: Tablets, Capsules, and Extended-Release Medications

Harrison Greywell Jan, 2 2026 15

Learn how tablets, capsules, and extended-release medications differ in how they work, their side effects, cost, and safety. Understand why ER versions often reduce side effects and when they might not be right for you.

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Managing Formulary Changes: How to Handle Prescription Drug Coverage Updates

Managing Formulary Changes: How to Handle Prescription Drug Coverage Updates

Harrison Greywell Dec, 26 2025 13

Learn how to handle prescription drug coverage changes when your insurance plan updates its formulary. Get practical steps to avoid disruptions, file exceptions, and protect your access to essential medications.

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Metronidazole and Alcohol: What Really Happens When You Drink While Taking This Antibiotic

Metronidazole and Alcohol: What Really Happens When You Drink While Taking This Antibiotic

Harrison Greywell Dec, 18 2025 14

Metronidazole and alcohol were long thought to cause a dangerous reaction - but new research shows the risk is minimal or nonexistent. Learn what really happens when you drink while taking this antibiotic.

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Generic Pill Appearance Changes: What You Need to Know About Safety, Legality, and Patient Risk

Generic Pill Appearance Changes: What You Need to Know About Safety, Legality, and Patient Risk

Harrison Greywell Dec, 12 2025 10

Generic pills can change color, shape, or size without affecting their effectiveness - but these changes cause many patients to stop taking their meds. Learn why it happens, how to stay safe, and what to do when your pill looks different.

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Generic Drug Prices Over Time: Year-by-Year Changes and What It Means for You

Generic Drug Prices Over Time: Year-by-Year Changes and What It Means for You

Harrison Greywell Dec, 11 2025 14

Generic drug prices have dropped overall-but sharp spikes affect millions. See how competition drives costs down, why some meds suddenly surge, and what you can do to protect yourself.

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Bromocriptine for Diabetes: How to Manage Nausea, Dizziness, and Get the Timing Right

Bromocriptine for Diabetes: How to Manage Nausea, Dizziness, and Get the Timing Right

Harrison Greywell Dec, 7 2025 11

Bromocriptine (Cycloset) is a unique diabetes drug that works by resetting your brain’s circadian rhythm. Learn how to manage nausea and dizziness, why timing matters more than dosage, and who it’s really for.

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Bromocriptine for Diabetes: How to Manage Nausea, Dizziness, and the Right Timing

Bromocriptine for Diabetes: How to Manage Nausea, Dizziness, and the Right Timing

Harrison Greywell Dec, 7 2025 11

Bromocriptine for type 2 diabetes works by resetting your body’s internal clock, but it only works if taken within two hours of waking. Learn how to manage nausea, dizziness, and timing to get the most benefit with minimal side effects.

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Macrolides and QT-Prolonging Drugs: Understanding the Arrhythmia Risk

Macrolides and QT-Prolonging Drugs: Understanding the Arrhythmia Risk

Harrison Greywell Dec, 4 2025 8

Macrolide antibiotics like azithromycin and clarithromycin can prolong the QT interval and trigger dangerous heart rhythms, especially in older adults or those on multiple medications. Learn who’s at risk and how to stay safe.

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