Author: Noah Salaman

Manufacturing Transparency: How to Access FDA Inspection Records for Quality Compliance

Understand how FDA inspection records work, what manufacturers must disclose, and how to prepare for inspections. Learn the rules on record retention, Form 483 responses, and the shift toward remote audits.

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Wholesale Economics: How Generic Drug Distribution and Pricing Really Work

How generic drug wholesalers make more profit than manufacturers, why prices swing wildly, and who really controls the cost of your prescriptions. A clear look at the hidden economics behind everyday medications.

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Evergreening: How Pharmaceutical Brands Delay Generic Drugs to Protect Profits

Evergreening lets pharmaceutical companies delay generic drugs with minor tweaks and patent filings, keeping prices high. Learn how this strategy works, who it hurts, and what’s being done to stop it.

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Sulfonylureas and Weight Gain: What You Need to Know Long-Term

Sulfonylureas help control blood sugar but often cause weight gain, making diabetes harder to manage long-term. Learn which drugs cause the most gain, how to fight it, and what alternatives exist.

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Orthostatic Hypotension from Medications: Why You Feel Dizzy When You Stand Up

Feeling dizzy when you stand up? It could be your medications. Orthostatic hypotension is a common, often preventable side effect of drugs like antipsychotics, diuretics, and opioids. Learn what causes it, which meds are risky, and how to fix it.

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How to Use Tall-Man Lettering to Reduce Medication Name Mix-Ups

Tall-man lettering uses capital letters to highlight differences between similar drug names, helping prevent dangerous medication errors in hospitals and pharmacies. Learn how it works, where it’s used, and why it still matters.

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How to Read Dose Measurements on Liquid Prescription Labels

Learn how to read liquid prescription labels correctly to avoid dangerous dosing errors. Understand concentration, milliliter measurements, and how to use dosing tools safely.

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Metformin Extended-Release vs Immediate-Release: Which Is Easier on Your Stomach?

Metformin extended-release reduces stomach side effects like diarrhea and nausea compared to immediate-release, helping more people stick with treatment. Learn how the two forms differ and which one is right for you.

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Grapefruit and Immunosuppressants: What You Need to Know Before Eating One

Grapefruit can dangerously increase levels of immunosuppressants like cyclosporine and tacrolimus, raising the risk of kidney damage and infections. Even small amounts can cause toxic effects that last up to 72 hours. Avoid all grapefruit products if you're on these medications.

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How to Talk to Your Doctor About Staying on a Brand Medication When Generics Are Recommended

Learn how to talk to your doctor about staying on a brand medication when generics are pushed by insurance. Get practical tips, medical reasons, and steps to get your prescription approved.

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