The U.S. government doesn't set generic drug prices directly, but uses rebates, Medicare caps, and safety-net programs to keep costs down. Here's how Medicaid, 340B, and the Inflation Reduction Act actually control what you pay at the pharmacy.
Learn the essential questions to ask your pharmacist about medication interactions to avoid dangerous side effects, food-drug conflicts, and supplement risks. Stay safe with expert-backed advice.
Authorized generics are identical to brand-name drugs but sold under a different label. In 2025, only 12 new ones were approved - down from 37 in 2022. Learn why they're disappearing and when they still matter.
Learn how prepaid drug mail-back envelopes work to safely dispose of expired or unused medications. No flushing. No trash. Just seal, mail, and destroy - with FDA and DEA approval.
Nitrofurantoin is a common UTI antibiotic, but it can cause life-threatening hemolytic anemia in people with G6PD deficiency. Learn who’s at risk, what symptoms to watch for, and how to avoid a dangerous reaction.
Combining rhodiola with antidepressants can cause serotonin syndrome-a dangerous, potentially fatal condition. Learn the risks, symptoms, and safer alternatives for managing mood naturally.
Discover how generic drugs travel from overseas factories to your pharmacy, the hidden costs, and why pricing pressures threaten availability. Learn about API sourcing, MAC reimbursement, and the role of PBMs in the generic drug supply chain.
Learn how to request a professional interpreter for medication counseling at your pharmacy. Know your rights, what services are available, and how to avoid dangerous mistakes when you don’t speak English fluently.
Taking vitamin D with thiazide diuretics can raise blood calcium to dangerous levels. Learn the risks, safe doses, monitoring tips, and alternatives to avoid hypercalcemia.
Your generic drug costs more than expected? It's not a mistake. Tiered copays let insurers charge more for certain generics based on rebates-not clinical value. Here's how it works and what you can do.