Author: Arnold Kendrick - Page 2

States are using MAC lists, anti-price-gouging laws, and PBM transparency to control rising generic drug costs in Medicaid. Learn how these policies work - and where they’re falling short.

Chemical splashes in the eye require immediate flushing with water for at least 20 minutes to prevent permanent vision loss. Learn the correct first aid steps, common mistakes to avoid, and why speed saves sight.

Learn how large print and accessible prescription labels help people with low vision take medications safely. Discover what font size works, which pharmacies offer free options, and how to get the right labels today.

Learn how to take medications safely as a first-time patient with clear steps on dosing, storage, side effects, and what to ask your pharmacist. Prevent errors and protect your health.

Many medications can cause ringing in the ears. Learn which drugs are most likely to trigger tinnitus, whether it's reversible, and what steps to take if you suspect your medication is the cause.

Genetic factors can make you more likely to experience severe drug side effects. Learn how genes like CYP2D6 and HLA-B*15:02 affect your response to medications-and why genetic testing could save your life.

Keep your travel medications effective by understanding temperature needs, using proper cooling tools, and packing smart. Learn how heat, light, and humidity can ruin insulin, EpiPens, and other critical drugs on long trips.

Teach teens to manage their own prescription meds with a step-by-step plan that builds responsibility, uses proven tools, and prevents misuse. Start early, use apps and routines, and know the risks of opioids and ADHD meds.

Crossover trial designs are the gold standard in bioequivalence studies, using each participant as their own control to reduce variability and sample size. Learn how 2x2 and replicate designs work, why washout periods matter, and how regulators assess drug equivalence.

Statin-induced muscle pain is common and often misunderstood. Learn how statins damage muscle tissue, what actually helps (and what doesn’t), and safer alternatives that protect your heart without hurting your muscles.