CRPS rehabilitation using desensitization and Graded Motor Imagery reprograms the brain to reduce chronic pain. Evidence shows these non-drug methods restore normal brain function and improve function in 50-70% of patients when started early.
Real-world stories from breast cancer patients using alpelisib-how it slows cancer, the tough side effects like high blood sugar and rashes, and why many choose to keep taking it despite the challenges.
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Generic drugs save billions in healthcare costs and make up 90% of U.S. prescriptions. Learn how they're made, from reverse-engineering brand-name pills to FDA-approved manufacturing under strict quality controls.
Generic migraine combination medications like sumatriptan/naproxen and acetaminophen/aspirin/caffeine offer proven relief at a fraction of the cost of brand-name options. Learn which combos work best, how to use them safely, and why they’re now first-line treatment.
Learn exactly what the FDA requires for stability testing of generic drugs, from batch testing and storage conditions to common rejection reasons and upcoming 2025 changes that impact approval timelines.
Men with enlarged prostates face serious urinary retention risks from common decongestants like pseudoephedrine. Learn which cold meds to avoid, safer alternatives, and what to do if you can't urinate.
PCI and CABG are the two main treatments for blocked heart arteries. Learn how they differ, which is better for diabetes or complex disease, and how doctors decide between stents and bypass surgery using real-world data.
Learn how to subscribe to free FDA drug safety alerts for recalls, side effects, and medication warnings. Get timely updates on contaminated drugs, label changes, and recalls to protect your health.