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Cervical Cancer Prevention: How HPV Vaccination and Pap Testing Save Lives

Cervical Cancer Prevention: How HPV Vaccination and Pap Testing Save Lives

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HPV vaccination and regular cervical screening with HPV testing can prevent nearly all cases of cervical cancer. Learn how these tools work together to protect women and why early action saves lives.

Generic Prescribing Guidelines: Professional Recommendations for Clinicians

Generic Prescribing Guidelines: Professional Recommendations for Clinicians

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Generic prescribing saves the NHS £1.3 billion yearly and reduces medication errors by 50%. Learn when to prescribe generics, when to stick with brands, and how to explain it to patients-backed by NHS, FDA, and WHO guidelines.

Sinusitis in Allergy Sufferers: Effective Treatment and When to See a Specialist

Sinusitis in Allergy Sufferers: Effective Treatment and When to See a Specialist

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Allergy sufferers often struggle with recurring sinusitis because inflammation from allergies blocks sinus drainage. Effective treatment combines nasal steroids, saline rinses, and allergy control-not just antibiotics. Learn when to seek specialist care for lasting relief.

Therapeutic Equivalence Codes: How the FDA Determines Which Generic Drugs Can Be Substituted

Therapeutic Equivalence Codes: How the FDA Determines Which Generic Drugs Can Be Substituted

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Learn how the FDA uses therapeutic equivalence codes to determine which generic drugs can be safely substituted for brand-name medications. Understand AB and B codes, the Orange Book, and what this means for your prescriptions.

FDA Generic Drug Approval: Complete Step-by-Step Process

FDA Generic Drug Approval: Complete Step-by-Step Process

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Learn the complete FDA generic drug approval process through the ANDA pathway. Understand bioequivalence requirements, submission steps, review timelines, and how generics save billions while meeting strict safety standards.

Antidepressants: Types and Safety Profiles for Patients

Antidepressants: Types and Safety Profiles for Patients

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Antidepressants help millions manage depression and anxiety, but they come with risks. Learn the main types, how long they take to work, common side effects, and how to stay safe while using them.

OTC Antacids and Antibiotics: How Timing Affects Your Treatment

OTC Antacids and Antibiotics: How Timing Affects Your Treatment

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Taking OTC antacids with certain antibiotics can reduce their absorption by up to 90%, leading to treatment failure. Learn which antibiotics are affected, how to time doses safely, and what alternatives to use.

Cost vs Benefit: When Expensive Medications Make Sense Despite Side Effects

Cost vs Benefit: When Expensive Medications Make Sense Despite Side Effects

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Expensive medications can save lives despite harsh side effects - but only when they offer real, life-changing benefits. Learn when high-cost drugs are worth the price, how patients navigate the system, and why the U.S. drug pricing model is broken.

Crossover Trial Design: How Bioequivalence Studies Are Structured

Crossover Trial Design: How Bioequivalence Studies Are Structured

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Crossover trial design is the gold standard for bioequivalence studies, using each participant as their own control to compare generic and brand-name drugs efficiently. Learn how it works, when to use replicate designs, and what regulators require.

Drug Take-Back Programs in Your Community: How They Work and Where to Find Them

Drug Take-Back Programs in Your Community: How They Work and Where to Find Them

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Learn how drug take-back programs work, where to find drop-off locations near you, what medications are accepted, and why safe disposal matters for public health and the environment.

FDA Listing for Biosimilars: How They Are Evaluated and Approved

FDA Listing for Biosimilars: How They Are Evaluated and Approved

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The FDA doesn't rate biosimilars like generics - it uses a rigorous, multi-step process to prove they're highly similar and safe. Learn how biosimilars are approved, what 'interchangeable' means, and why so few reach the market.

Cervical Myelopathy: Recognizing Spinal Stenosis Symptoms and When Surgery Is Needed

Cervical Myelopathy: Recognizing Spinal Stenosis Symptoms and When Surgery Is Needed

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Cervical myelopathy is spinal cord damage from neck stenosis. Recognize early signs like hand clumsiness and gait issues. Surgery is often needed to prevent permanent damage-timing is critical.