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24 Nov

How Formulation Patents on Drug Combinations Extend Pharmaceutical Exclusivity

Formulation patents on drug combinations let pharmaceutical companies extend market exclusivity by patenting specific dosages, delivery methods, or ingredient ratios - delaying generic competition and maintaining high prices for years after original patents expire.

23 Nov

Biologic Patent Protection: When Biosimilars Can Enter the U.S. Market

Biosimilars in the U.S. can't enter the market until 12 years after a biologic's approval, thanks to patent protections and complex legal barriers. Learn how exclusivity rules, patent thickets, and high development costs delay competition-and what it means for patients.

22 Nov

How to Recognize Overdose from Sedatives and Sleep Medications

Learn the life-saving signs of sedative and sleep medication overdose - from unresponsiveness and slow breathing to cyanosis. Know what to do before it's too late.

21 Nov

Patient-Reported Outcomes: How Your Daily Feedback Improves Drug Safety

Your daily feedback on how a drug affects you isn't just personal-it's critical data that helps regulators and doctors spot hidden risks. Learn how patient-reported outcomes are transforming drug safety.

20 Nov

Bioequivalence Testing for Generic Drugs: What It Proves

Bioequivalence testing proves generic drugs work the same as brand-name versions by measuring how your body absorbs them. It's the science behind safe, affordable medications.

20 Nov

How Healthcare Providers Can Advocate for Generic Medications to Improve Patient Outcomes

Healthcare providers play a key role in helping patients choose generic medications by explaining their safety, effectiveness, and cost benefits. Learn how clear communication improves adherence and reduces abandonment rates.

18 Nov

Otosclerosis: Understanding Abnormal Bone Growth in the Middle Ear and How It Affects Hearing

Otosclerosis is a common cause of hearing loss in adults under 50, caused by abnormal bone growth in the middle ear that blocks sound transmission. Learn how it's diagnosed, treated with surgery or hearing aids, and why early intervention matters.

18 Nov

Compare Hydroxychloroquine (Hsquin) with Alternative Treatments

Hydroxychloroquine (Hsquin) is still used for lupus and rheumatoid arthritis, but its role has shrunk dramatically. This guide compares it with safer, more effective alternatives like methotrexate, artemisinin combos, and azithromycin - and explains when to avoid it.

18 Nov

Mefloquine in the News: Recent Developments and Research Breakthroughs

Mefloquine, once a top choice for malaria prevention, is now used only in rare cases due to serious side effects. Recent research shows declining drug resistance and new genetic screening options are reshaping how it's prescribed.

18 Nov

How to Buy Cheap Generic Metformin Online Safely

Learn how to safely buy cheap generic metformin online in the UK without risking your health. Discover legal alternatives, how to spot fake pills, and free NHS support options.