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180-Day Exclusivity and Authorized Generics: Legal Risks and Real-World Impact

180-Day Exclusivity and Authorized Generics: Legal Risks and Real-World Impact

The 180-day exclusivity rule was designed to reward generic drug companies for challenging patents-but authorized generics let brand-name companies undercut them legally. This is how the loophole works, why it’s hurting competition, and what’s being done to fix it.

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Seized Counterfeit Medications: Real Cases and What We've Learned

Seized Counterfeit Medications: Real Cases and What We've Learned

Counterfeit medications are a growing global threat, with millions of fake pills and injectables seized each year. Learn how they're made, where they come from, and what you can do to stay safe.

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Thyroid Excess and Deficiency from Medication Misuse: Risks, Signs, and Real Stories

Thyroid Excess and Deficiency from Medication Misuse: Risks, Signs, and Real Stories

Medication misuse can cause dangerous thyroid imbalances - from rapid heartbeat and bone loss to severe fatigue. Learn how levothyroxine abuse, hidden drug interactions, and unregulated supplements are driving a hidden health crisis.

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Future Anti-Counterfeit Technologies: How New Innovations Are Stopping Fake Drugs

Future Anti-Counterfeit Technologies: How New Innovations Are Stopping Fake Drugs

Discover the cutting-edge technologies stopping fake drugs-from NFC tags and blockchain to DNA markers and AI. Learn how serialization, smartphone verification, and smart packaging are protecting patients worldwide.

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Medication Storage and Disposal: How to Safely Handle Prescriptions at Home and Beyond

Medication Storage and Disposal: How to Safely Handle Prescriptions at Home and Beyond

Learn how to safely store and dispose of prescription medications to protect your family and the environment. Avoid flushing, use take-back programs, and follow FDA-approved home disposal methods.

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Vitamin D and Thiazide Diuretics: What You Need to Know About Hypercalcemia Risk

Vitamin D and Thiazide Diuretics: What You Need to Know About Hypercalcemia Risk

Combining vitamin D supplements with thiazide diuretics can raise blood calcium to dangerous levels. Learn the risks, who's most affected, and how to stay safe with proper dosing and monitoring.

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Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act: The Legal Backbone of Generic Drugs

Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act: The Legal Backbone of Generic Drugs

The Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act laid the groundwork for generic drugs through the Hatch-Waxman Amendments, enabling safe, affordable alternatives to brand-name medications while balancing innovation and competition.

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How to Prevent Medication Errors During Care Transitions and Discharge

How to Prevent Medication Errors During Care Transitions and Discharge

Medication errors during care transitions are a leading cause of preventable harm. Learn how proper reconciliation, pharmacist involvement, and patient engagement can cut errors by more than half and save lives.

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Prior Authorization: How Providers Secure Approval for Generic Medications

Prior Authorization: How Providers Secure Approval for Generic Medications

Learn how healthcare providers navigate prior authorization to secure approval for generic medications, including documentation tips, approval timelines, and strategies to reduce delays and denials.

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FDA Generic Approval Changes 2023-2025: What Manufacturers and Patients Need to Know

FDA Generic Approval Changes 2023-2025: What Manufacturers and Patients Need to Know

The FDA's 2023-2025 changes to generic drug approval are speeding up access to affordable medications by prioritizing U.S.-made generics. Here's what it means for patients, pharmacies, and manufacturers.

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How to Use Your Pharmacy’s Consultation Service for Medication Safety

How to Use Your Pharmacy’s Consultation Service for Medication Safety

Learn how to use your pharmacy’s consultation service to prevent dangerous drug interactions, save money, and improve medication safety with expert advice from your pharmacist.

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Feverfew and Anticoagulants: Understanding the Bleeding Risk

Feverfew and Anticoagulants: Understanding the Bleeding Risk

Feverfew may help prevent migraines, but it can dangerously increase bleeding risk when taken with anticoagulants like warfarin or apixaban. Learn the signs, risks, and safe alternatives.

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