Tag: aging and medication
How Aging Changes Your Body’s Response to Medication and Dosing
Aging changes how your body absorbs, processes, and reacts to medications. Learn why seniors need lower doses, which drugs are riskier, and how to avoid dangerous side effects with practical, science-backed advice.
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Patent exclusivity and market exclusivity are two different legal tools that protect new drugs. One comes from the patent office, the other from the FDA. Understanding the difference explains why drug prices stay high-and who controls when generics arrive.
Published ON: 10 DecLearn the signs of blood thinner overdose and internal bleeding, what to do immediately, and how to prevent life-threatening complications. Critical info for warfarin and DOAC users.
Published ON: 4 DecPhototherapy, especially NB-UVB, is the most effective treatment for vitiligo repigmentation. It works best when combined with topical creams, not depigmentation. Learn how it works, what to expect, and why consistency matters.
Published ON: 26 DecLithium carbonate generics require careful serum level monitoring due to their narrow therapeutic window. Switching between brands can alter blood levels, risking toxicity or relapse. Learn safe targets, testing schedules, and how to avoid dangerous interactions.
Published ON: 1 DecThe first generic drug company to file a patent challenge gets 180 days of exclusive sales rights. But this rule, meant to lower drug prices, is often manipulated-delaying competition and keeping patients from affordable medicines.
Published ON: 15 Dec