Pharmacist substitution authority lets pharmacists swap, adjust, or even prescribe medications under state laws. Learn how this expanding role improves access, reduces doctor shortages, and what’s still holding it back.
Pharmacists must follow strict legal rules when dispensing generic medications. Learn the federal and state requirements, when substitution is allowed or blocked, how to get patient consent, and how to avoid costly mistakes.
Learn the critical first steps to take during an antihistamine overdose, including when to call poison control, what symptoms to watch for, and why some antihistamines are far more dangerous than others.
OTC cold medicines pose serious risks to young children and offer little to no benefit. Learn the age limits, dangers, and safer alternatives recommended by doctors and health agencies.
Indemnification clauses in commercial contracts determine who pays when things go wrong. Learn the seven key elements, how unilateral vs. mutual indemnity works, and what to watch for before signing any agreement.
The FDA's black box warning on antidepressants alerts users to increased suicide risk in young people. But research shows the real danger may be avoiding treatment. Here's what you need to know about the risks, the science, and how to stay safe.
Biomarkers are now central to cancer clinical trial eligibility, turning treatment into precision medicine. Learn how genetic and molecular tests determine who qualifies-and what to do if you don’t.
Unannounced FDA inspections ensure drug and food safety by catching real-world compliance issues-no prep time, no excuses. Since May 2025, foreign manufacturers face the same surprise visits as U.S. plants. Here's how to be ready.
Learn how to check if a generic version of your prescription is available and safe to use. Save up to 98% on medication costs with FDA-approved generics - no guesswork needed.
Switching from brand to generic drugs can save you hundreds a year-but not always safely. Learn when it's safe, when to be cautious, and what to watch for after the switch.