RxSpark Pharmaceuticals Resource Centre - Page 4
Evergreening lets drug companies extend patents on old medications through minor tweaks, blocking generics and keeping prices high. Learn how this strategy works, who's behind it, and why it hurts patients.
The TRIPS Agreement enforces strict drug patents that limit access to affordable generics worldwide. Despite legal flexibilities, political pressure and complex rules prevent most countries from using them-costing lives and widening global health gaps.
Statins reduce heart disease risk, but drug interactions can trigger dangerous muscle damage. Learn which medications raise myopathy risk, which statins are safest, and what to do if you experience muscle pain.
Find trustworthy, free online resources for accurate generic drug information. Learn how to use MedlinePlus, DailyMed, Drugs.com, and the FDA Orange Book to safely manage your medications.
Generic drugs make up 90% of U.S. prescriptions but cost only 12% of total drug spending. Learn how generics save billions annually, how they compare to brand-name drugs, and what you can do to cut your prescription costs.
Steroid use can cause dangerous blood sugar spikes in people with diabetes. Learn how to adjust insulin doses, monitor glucose effectively, and avoid dangerous lows during steroid tapering with evidence-based strategies.
Most statin side effects aren't caused by the drug-they're caused by fear. Learn how the nocebo effect tricks your brain into feeling pain, why 90% of symptoms disappear on placebo, and how to safely restart statins.
Celiac disease requires lifelong gluten-free eating and targeted nutrient supplementation to heal the gut and prevent serious complications. Learn what to eat, what to avoid, and which supplements actually work.
Caffeine can interfere with many common medications, from blood thinners to thyroid pills. Learn which drug interactions are dangerous, how to avoid them, and what to do if you're already taking both.
Long-term use of proton pump inhibitors may slightly increase fracture risk, especially in older adults and postmenopausal women. Learn who’s at risk, how to protect your bones, and what to ask your doctor.