Rifampin is essential for treating tuberculosis, but its powerful enzyme-inducing effects can dangerously reduce the effectiveness of many common medications. Learn how it interacts with birth control, blood thinners, HIV drugs, and more - and what you must do to stay safe.
PML is a rare but deadly brain infection triggered by immunosuppressants like natalizumab. Learn the real risk factors, how to detect it early, and what steps can save your life.
Cardiovascular combination generics combine multiple heart medications into one pill, improving adherence and cutting costs. Learn which combos are available, how they compare to brand names, and how to ask your doctor about switching.
Combination cholesterol therapy with reduced statin doses offers a safer, more effective way to lower LDL than high-dose statins alone. Learn how adding ezetimibe or other agents boosts results while cutting side effects.
REMS programs are FDA-mandated safety plans for high-risk medications. They require doctor certification, patient enrollment, and pharmacy controls to prevent serious side effects. Learn how they work, why they cause delays, and what’s changing in 2025.
Grapefruit can dangerously increase statin levels in your blood, raising the risk of muscle damage and kidney failure. Learn which statins are risky, how grapefruit causes this, and what to do instead.
Authorized generics are identical to brand-name drugs in every way-same ingredients, same manufacturer, same quality. Learn how they compare to regular generics and when they’re the best choice for your health.
MAOIs can be life-saving for treatment-resistant depression-but combining them with other antidepressants can cause deadly serotonin syndrome. Learn which combinations are dangerous, which are safe, and how to avoid fatal mistakes.
Combining opioids and benzodiazepines can dangerously slow or stop breathing, leading to fatal overdose. Learn why this interaction is so risky, who's most vulnerable, and what to do if you're taking both.
Authorized generics are identical to brand-name drugs but sold without the brand label. They offer a middle ground between expensive brands and cheaper generics, with the same ingredients and manufacturer. Learn how they work, why they exist, and how to spot them.