Drug interactions between food, supplements, and medications can be deadly-but they’re often preventable. Learn how grapefruit, St. John’s wort, and even spinach can interfere with your prescriptions and what to do to stay safe.
Learn how drugs interact at the receptor level, why some combinations can be deadly or surprisingly helpful, and how to spot dangerous pharmacodynamic interactions before they cause harm.
Hypothyroidism is a common endocrine disorder where the thyroid doesn't produce enough hormones. Levothyroxine is the standard treatment, but proper dosing, timing, and monitoring are key to feeling better and avoiding complications.
India and China dominate the global generic drug market, but emerging economies are reshaping the supply chain. Learn how API production, regulation, and innovation are changing who makes your medicine-and why it matters.
OCD isn't about being neat - it's about intrusive thoughts that trigger crippling anxiety and compulsions. ERP therapy is the only proven way to break the cycle. Learn how it works and why most treatments fail.
Combining SSRIs and opioids can cause serotonin syndrome - a dangerous, sometimes fatal reaction. Learn which opioids are risky, how to prevent it, and what to do if symptoms appear.
Choosing between radiation and surgery for localized cancer isn't about which is better-it's about which fits your life. Learn how survival, side effects, and treatment time differ for prostate and lung cancer.
Antibiotics can cause liver injury in the form of hepatitis or cholestasis, especially with prolonged use. Learn which drugs are riskiest, how to spot early signs, and what doctors do to prevent serious damage.
Antipsychotics can cause serious metabolic side effects like weight gain, diabetes, and heart disease. Learn which drugs are riskiest, how to monitor your health, and what to do if your numbers rise.
Biologic drugs are made from living cells and can't be copied exactly like regular pills. Learn why biosimilars are the only alternative, how they're made, and what this means for patients and costs.