CanDrug Pharma Knowledge Hub - Page 2
How to Check If a Generic Medication Is Available for Your Prescription
Learn how to check if a generic version of your prescription is available and how to save up to 98% on medication costs. Know when generics are safe, how to ask your pharmacist, and which tools to trust.
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Authorized Generics: Same Drug, Different Label - What You Need to Know
Authorized generics are the exact same drug as the brand-name version, just without the brand label. Learn how they work, why they're cheaper, and how to ask for them at the pharmacy.
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Online Reviews: How Patient Experiences Shape Trust in Generic Medications
Online reviews shape how patients view generic medications-even when science says they're identical to brand-name drugs. Learn why perceptions matter more than pills, and how to build trust in affordable treatment.
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Intranasal Corticosteroids vs Antihistamines: Which Works Better and When to Use Them
Intranasal corticosteroids are more effective than antihistamines for nasal allergy symptoms like congestion and runny nose, even when used only as needed. Learn why they’re the better first-line choice and how to use them right.
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Social Media Education for Patients: Using Digital Platforms to Teach Generics
Social media is transforming how patients learn about generic medications. Learn which platforms work best, how to create trustworthy content, and why real patient stories beat brochures every time.
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Regulatory Capture: How Industry Influence Undermines Public Protection
Regulatory capture occurs when government agencies meant to protect the public end up serving industry interests instead. From sugar tariffs to airline safety, this hidden influence raises prices, weakens safety, and undermines trust. Here's how it works - and what can be done.
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Insomnia in Older Adults: Safer Medication Choices
Older adults with insomnia need safer sleep options. Learn which medications reduce fall risk and improve sleep without side effects-like low-dose doxepin and ramelteon-and which to avoid, like benzodiazepines and z-drugs.
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Metoclopramide and Antipsychotics: The Hidden Danger of Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome
Combining metoclopramide with antipsychotics can trigger neuroleptic malignant syndrome-a rare but deadly condition. Learn why this interaction is so dangerous, who’s at risk, and what safer alternatives exist.
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How to Store Medications to Prevent Early Expiration: Essential Tips for Safety and Effectiveness
Learn how to store medications properly to prevent early expiration, avoid health risks, and save money. Discover the best places to keep pills, what to avoid, and how to tell if your meds are still safe.
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EHR Integration for Pharmacies: How Digital Communication Improves Prescription Safety and Care
EHR integration connects pharmacies and doctors in real time, cutting medication errors by 48% and hospital readmissions by 31%. Learn how it works, why most pharmacies still don’t use it, and what’s changing in 2025.
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