Author: Patrick Hathaway

Partial AUC is a precise pharmacokinetic tool used by the FDA and EMA to ensure generic drugs match brand-name versions in how quickly they release medicine - especially for extended-release and abuse-deterrent formulations.

Medications don't just affect the mother-they cross the placenta and reach the fetus. Learn how drug size, solubility, and placental transporters determine fetal exposure, and which drugs pose real risks during pregnancy.

Learn how to successfully appeal an insurance denial for a brand-name medication with step-by-step guidance, real success rates, and what to do when generics don't work. Know your rights, document everything, and win your case.

Blurred vision can be a dangerous side effect of common medications like blood pressure pills, acne treatments, and migraine drugs. Learn which ones cause it, when to worry, and how to protect your sight.

Learn how to use travel apps to find pharmacies and clinics abroad, translate medications, and connect with doctors overseas. Essential tools for safe, stress-free international travel.

As people age, liver and kidney changes slow how drugs are processed, increasing the risk of side effects and hospitalizations. Learn how these changes affect common medications and what you can do to stay safe.

Learn exactly what to bring and discuss at your doctor appointment to get better care, avoid errors, and save time. Essential checklist based on top U.S. medical institutions.

Learn how to use the FDA's official Drug Shortage Database to check if your medication is in short supply, why it's unavailable, and when it might return. Get step-by-step guidance for patients and providers.

Learn why colorectal cancer screening now starts at age 45, how colonoscopy prevents cancer, and what chemotherapy regimens are used today. Understand your options and reduce your risk.

Learn how to safely travel with medications in 2025: TSA rules, international bans, storage tips, refills abroad, and must-know checks to avoid confiscation or delays.