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Therapeutic Equivalence Codes (TE Codes) tell pharmacists which generic drugs can safely replace brand-name medications. Learn how the FDA's Orange Book system saves billions while ensuring effectiveness.

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 to do if your medication has one.

Digoxin generics can be dangerous if bioavailability varies between brands. Even FDA-approved switches may cause toxicity or treatment failure. Learn why consistent use and regular blood monitoring are critical for safety.

Paragraph IV certifications allow generic drug makers to legally challenge brand-name patents before launch. This Hatch-Waxman Act mechanism has saved over $1.7 trillion since 1984 by accelerating generic entry and rewarding the first challenger with 180 days of exclusivity.

The 180-day exclusivity for generic drugs was meant to reward patent challengers-but authorized generics let brand-name companies undercut them. Learn how this legal loophole affects drug prices, competition, and patient access.

SSRIs can increase bleeding risk by reducing serotonin in platelets, leading to impaired clotting. Paroxetine carries the highest risk, while sertraline is safer. Learn how to assess your risk and make safer choices with your antidepressant.

Authorized generics are identical to brand-name drugs but cost less because they skip marketing and branding costs. Learn how they work, why they’re cheaper, and how to get them to save money on prescriptions.

Learn the proven options for preserving fertility before chemotherapy - from egg and sperm freezing to ovarian tissue banking. Understand what works, what doesn’t, and how to act fast before treatment begins.

Cognitive biases shape how you respond to information-even when you think you're being rational. From confirmation bias to hindsight distortion, these mental shortcuts affect decisions in healthcare, finance, and daily life. Learn how beliefs drive automatic responses-and how to break the cycle.

Learn how trabeculectomy and MIGS lower eye pressure in glaucoma, their risks, recovery times, and which is right for you. Updated with 2025 data on success rates and new treatments.