Author: Alan Burity Vitulo
Patent Exclusivity vs Market Exclusivity: What’s the Real Difference for Drug Prices?
Patent exclusivity and market exclusivity are two separate legal tools that protect drug prices. Patents cover inventions; FDA exclusivity blocks generics using clinical data-even without a patent. Understanding the difference explains why some drugs stay expensive long after patents expire.
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How DTC Advertising Shapes Patient Perceptions of Generic Medications
DTC prescription drug ads in the U.S. drive higher demand for branded medications, often overshadowing equally effective generics. Research shows ads increase prescriptions but also lead to inappropriate requests and higher costs. Learn how advertising influences patient decisions and healthcare outcomes.
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Osteoporosis Explained: Bone Density Loss and Bisphosphonate Therapy Options
Osteoporosis weakens bones, increasing fracture risk. Bisphosphonate therapy slows bone loss and reduces fractures. Learn how these treatments work, their benefits, risks, and alternatives for better bone health.
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Subclinical Hypothyroidism: When to Treat Elevated TSH
Subclinical hypothyroidism means elevated TSH with normal thyroid hormone levels. Should you treat it? The answer depends on your age, antibodies, symptoms, and risk factors-not just the lab number.
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Irritable Bowel Syndrome: Understanding Symptoms, Triggers, and Real Medication Options
IBS causes recurring abdominal pain, bloating, and bowel changes. Learn the real symptoms, common triggers like food and stress, and proven medication options for IBS-D, IBS-C, and mixed types - plus non-drug strategies that work.
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Chemo at Home: Handling, Storage, and Exposure Safety
Learn how to safely handle, store, and avoid exposure to chemotherapy at home. Essential guidelines for patients and caregivers on protecting yourself, family, and pets during home cancer treatment.
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Vitamin C and Iron: How to Maximize Absorption and Avoid Drug Interactions
Learn how vitamin C boosts iron absorption from plant foods, the right dose to use, when to take it, and which medications to avoid. A practical guide for anyone taking iron supplements or eating vegetarian diets.
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How to Avoid Panic and Make Informed Decisions After Alerts
Learn how to stay calm and make smart decisions after receiving alerts, using science-backed techniques like breathing, grounding, and TIPP. Reduce panic and improve response accuracy in high-stress situations.
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Prescriber Override: When Doctors Can Require Brand-Name Drugs Instead of Generics
Prescriber override lets doctors require brand-name drugs instead of generics when safety is at risk. Learn how DAW codes, state laws, and EHR systems impact patient care - and how to avoid costly mistakes.
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TNF Inhibitors: How Biologics Work for Autoimmune Conditions
TNF inhibitors are biologic drugs that block a key inflammatory protein called TNFα, helping millions with autoimmune diseases like rheumatoid arthritis and Crohn’s. Learn how they work, who benefits, and what the risks are.
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