GeniusRX: Your Pharmaceutical Guide - Page 4

Dermatomyositis and polymyositis are rare autoimmune diseases causing muscle inflammation and weakness. Learn how they differ, how they're diagnosed, and the latest treatments-including steroids, biologics, and physical therapy-that can restore strength and improve quality of life.

OCD isn't about being neat - it's about being trapped by unwanted thoughts and compulsions. ERP therapy is the most effective way to break free, teaching your brain that anxiety fades without rituals. Learn how it works and how to start.

Cranberry juice is safe for most people on medications - except possibly warfarin. Learn the real risks, debunked myths, and what you should actually avoid. No fear, just facts.

Sudden sensorineural hearing loss is a medical emergency. Immediate steroid treatment within 72 hours can dramatically improve hearing recovery. Delaying care risks permanent damage.

Learn the key types of asthma, common triggers, and why inhalers are the preferred treatment over oral medications. Understand how to manage symptoms safely and effectively with the latest guidelines.

Fixed-dose combination drugs combine two or more medications in one pill to improve adherence, reduce pill burden, and enhance treatment effectiveness. They're widely used for chronic conditions like hypertension and TB, but not all combinations are medically justified.

Second and third generic drug manufacturers drive prescription prices down dramatically-often cutting costs by 60% or more after the first generic enters. This competition saves billions annually and is key to affordable healthcare.

Nitrosamine contamination in generic drugs has led to over 500 FDA recalls since 2018. Learn how these carcinogenic impurities form, which drugs are affected, and what regulators and manufacturers are doing to fix it.

Learn how to report a medication safety concern to your clinic with clear steps, what counts as a concern, and what happens after you report. Your report can prevent harm to you and others.

Opioids like tramadol and meperidine can cause serotonin syndrome when mixed with antidepressants or OTC cough medicines. Learn which painkillers are safe, the real risks, and what to do if you're taking multiple medications.