RXDeal.net Pharma Guide - Page 2

Pharmacy Reimbursement Models: How Laws Shape Generic Drug Payments

By : Archer Hamilton
Date : Jan 27 2026

How federal and state laws shape generic drug payments through MAC pricing, Medicare Part D, PBMs, and substitution rules-and what patients and pharmacists can do about it.

Weight Loss Medications: GLP-1 Agonists vs. Older Drugs

By : Archer Hamilton
Date : Jan 26 2026

GLP-1 agonists like Wegovy and Zepbound offer far greater weight loss than older drugs like phentermine or orlistat, but they're expensive, require injections, and come with side effects. Learn how they compare and who benefits most.

Continuous Glucose Monitors: How CGMs Work and Who Benefits

By : Archer Hamilton
Date : Jan 26 2026

Continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) track blood sugar 24/7 using a small sensor under the skin. They help prevent dangerous lows, reduce A1C, and improve quality of life for people with diabetes-especially those on insulin.

How to Talk to Your Doctor About Generic Medications

By : Archer Hamilton
Date : Jan 24 2026

Learn how to confidently talk to your doctor about generic medications, understand why they work just as well as brand-name drugs, and how switching can save you money without risking your health.

QR Codes on Drug Labels: Real-Time Safety Updates

By : Archer Hamilton
Date : Jan 23 2026

QR codes on drug labels now deliver real-time safety updates, replacing outdated printed leaflets with dynamic, cloud-based information that helps patients and providers avoid dangerous drug interactions and recalls.

Crushing Tablets and Splitting Pills: What’s Safe and What’s Not

By : Archer Hamilton
Date : Jan 22 2026

Crushing or splitting pills can save money-but it can also be dangerous. Learn which medications are safe to alter, which are deadly to crush, and how to do it safely if you must.

Antibiotics and Dairy: Why Timing Matters for Drug Absorption

By : Archer Hamilton
Date : Jan 21 2026

Dairy products like milk and yogurt can block the absorption of certain antibiotics, reducing their effectiveness. Learn which ones are affected, how long to wait, and what to do if you accidentally take them together.

Green Tea and Warfarin: What You Need to Know About Blood Clotting and INR

By : Archer Hamilton
Date : Jan 20 2026

Green tea can affect warfarin's effectiveness by increasing vitamin K intake, potentially lowering INR and raising clotting risk. Learn safe consumption levels, the danger of matcha, and what to do if you're on blood thinners.

Postoperative Ileus and Opioids: How to Prevent and Treat It

By : Archer Hamilton
Date : Jan 18 2026

Postoperative ileus is a common complication after surgery, often worsened by opioid painkillers. Learn how to prevent it with early movement, gum chewing, and reduced opioid use-and what treatments work when it happens.

EMA vs FDA Drug Labeling: Key International Differences That Impact Patients and Pharmacies

By : Archer Hamilton
Date : Jan 17 2026

The EMA and FDA approve the same drugs but with vastly different labeling rules. These differences affect how doctors prescribe, how patients understand risks, and why the same medicine has different instructions across borders.