Category: Pharmacy and Medication - Page 2
Generic Drug Naming Explained: USAN, INN, and Brand Name Basics
Learn how generic drug names like USAN and INN are created, why they differ between countries, and how they help prevent deadly medication errors. Understand the science behind drug naming and why it matters for patient safety.
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Antidotes for Common Medication Overdoses: What You Need to Know
Learn how antidotes like naloxone and NAC work for common medication overdoses. This guide explains what to do, when to act, and where to get help-without medical jargon.
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Telepharmacy and Safety Outcomes: What Recent Studies Reveal
Telepharmacy improves medication access in rural areas and matches traditional pharmacies in safety outcomes, with studies showing fewer errors and lower hospitalization rates. But tech limits and training gaps remain challenges.
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Questions to Ask About Your Prescription Label at the Pharmacy
Learn the essential questions to ask about your prescription label at the pharmacy to avoid dangerous medication errors. Know what to check, how to read instructions, and when to ask for help.
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Pharmacist Education: Training on Counterfeit Drug Detection
Pharmacists are the last line of defense against counterfeit drugs. Learn how modern training, AI tools, and global protocols help them spot fake medications before they reach patients.
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Pharmacy Workflow and Error Prevention Systems Explained
Pharmacy workflow and error prevention systems use automation, barcode scanning, and real-time EHR integration to cut medication errors by up to 85%. Learn how these tools protect patients and reduce pharmacist burnout in Australia.
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Hospital Formulary Economics: How Institutions Choose Generics to Cut Costs Without Compromising Care
Hospitals choose generics not just by price, but by clinical safety, supply reliability, and hidden costs like rebates and shortages. Learn how P&T committees make these critical decisions in 2025.
Contamination Issues in Generic Drugs: Recent Cases and How to Stay Safe
Recent cases reveal dangerous contaminants in generic drugs-from cancer-causing NDMA in blood pressure meds to leaky fentanyl patches. Learn which drugs are at risk and how to protect yourself.
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Fake Generic Drugs: How Counterfeits Enter the Supply Chain
Fake generic drugs are slipping into global supply chains through hidden factories, online pharmacies, and weak regulations. Learn how counterfeiters exploit gaps in the system-and what you can do to protect yourself.
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Grapefruit and Grapefruit Juice: Which Medications Are Affected and Why
Grapefruit and grapefruit juice can dangerously increase levels of certain medications, leading to serious side effects. Learn which drugs are affected, why it happens, and how to stay safe.