Learn how pharmacy systems accurately distinguish between generic and brand drugs using NDC codes, TE ratings, and FDA guidelines. Best practices for safe, cost-effective drug dispensing in 2026.
Chronic GERD significantly increases esophageal cancer risk, with only a small percentage developing complications. Learn key risk factors, red flag symptoms, and preventive steps to catch issues early. Early detection can improve survival rates from 21% to 50-60% when caught at stage one.
Weight-based dosing is the gold standard for pediatric medication safety. Learn how to calculate correct doses using kilograms, why double-checks save lives, and the most common errors that put children at risk.
An ANDA is the FDA pathway that allows generic drugs to enter the market without repeating costly clinical trials. It’s how 90% of U.S. prescriptions are filled at a fraction of the cost.
Serum sickness-like reactions are delayed, non-allergic responses to antibiotics like cefaclor, causing rash, fever, and joint pain in children. Unlike true allergies, they don’t require lifelong antibiotic avoidance and resolve with supportive care.
Understand how insurance formulary tiers work-Tier 1 to Tier 5 and non-formulary drugs-and learn how to save money on prescriptions by choosing lower-cost alternatives and filing exceptions.
Pediatric medication errors often stem from incorrect weight-based dosing. Learn how verified weight checks, EHR systems, and staff protocols can prevent dangerous mistakes in hospitals and pharmacies.
Ondansetron is widely used for nausea but can prolong the QT interval, increasing risk of dangerous heart rhythms. Learn who's at risk, what doses are safe, and which alternatives work better.
Learn how to read expiration dates on medication packaging correctly, understand the difference between manufacturer and pharmacy dates, and know which drugs are dangerous to use after expiring.
Learn practical, low-cost ways to stop medication waste before it happens-without risking safety. From FIFO storage to split prescriptions, these steps cut waste by up to 37% and save money.