Archive: 2026/01 - Page 2
Most medications safely pass into breast milk in tiny amounts. Learn how drugs enter milk, what levels are risky, which meds are safe, and how to time doses to protect your baby-without stopping breastfeeding.
Generic drug user fees fund the FDA's review process, speeding up access to affordable medications. Learn how GDUFA works, who pays, and why it matters for patients and manufacturers.
Digoxin and amiodarone together can cause deadly toxicity due to a well-documented drug interaction. Learn why dose reduction is mandatory, how to monitor safely, and what alternatives exist.
Learn the real difference between soluble and insoluble fiber and how each one supports gut health. Discover which foods help with constipation, IBS, and blood sugar-and why supplements aren't the answer.
The FDA uses priority and standard review paths for generic drugs. Priority review speeds up approval by two months for first generics, shortage drugs, and U.S.-made products. Learn how the system works and why it matters.
Opioid-induced constipation affects 40-60% of patients on long-term opioids and doesn't go away on its own. Learn how to prevent it with early laxative use and when to turn to PAMORAs like naldemedine for effective relief.
Coenzyme Q10 may help lower blood pressure slightly, but interactions with meds can be risky. Learn what the science really says, how it affects your prescriptions, and what to watch for.
L-Tryptophan may seem like a safe natural boost for mood and sleep, but combining it with antidepressants like SSRIs can trigger dangerous serotonin syndrome. Here's what the science says-and what you should never do.
Learn how OB/GYNs and psychiatrists work together to safely manage psychiatric medications during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Get evidence-based guidance on which drugs are safest, how coordination works, and what to do if providers disagree.
Learn which antihistamines are safe during pregnancy and which to avoid. Get clear, evidence-based advice on loratadine, cetirizine, chlorpheniramine, and what to skip - especially in the first trimester.
