Author: Arnold Kendrick

Traveling with medications in 2025 requires knowing international rules, packing correctly, and planning for refills. Avoid seizures, delays, and legal trouble with this practical guide for safe, stress-free travel.

Learn how to time your medications while breastfeeding to reduce your baby’s drug exposure by up to 75%. Safe strategies for painkillers, antidepressants, and opioids - backed by science and major medical groups.

U.S. generic drug prices are 33% lower than in most other developed countries, thanks to fierce competition and high volume. But brand-name drugs cost up to 4 times more than abroad. Here's how the system really works.

Learn how to safely choose between multiple generic medications by understanding therapeutic equivalence ratings, bioequivalence, and when to stick with one manufacturer. Avoid risks with narrow therapeutic index drugs like warfarin and levothyroxine.

Weight loss plateaus aren't about willpower-they're caused by metabolic adaptation. Learn why your body slows down after losing weight and how science-backed strategies like diet breaks, protein, and lifting weights can help you break through.

Counterfeit medications are more dangerous than ever, with fake pills containing deadly substances like fentanyl. Learn the 6 key red flags-price, packaging, pill appearance, side effects, online sellers, and tamper seals-to avoid dangerous fake drugs.

Generic medications save money but may contain different inactive ingredients than brand-name drugs. These fillers can trigger allergies, digestive issues, or other reactions in sensitive individuals. Know what’s in your pills and how to protect yourself.

Switching to generic meds saves money, but inactive ingredients can cause side effects in sensitive people. Learn why your body might react differently-and what to do about it.

Hydration plans can prevent kidney damage from contrast dye used in imaging tests. Learn how much water or IV fluids you need based on your kidney function, and what protocols work best for high-risk patients.

Black box warnings are the FDA's strongest safety alerts for prescription drugs, signaling serious risks like death or severe injury. Learn what they mean, how they're decided, and what you should do if your medication has one.