HeyDoctor.com: your pharmaceuticals guide - Page 3

China and India dominate global pharmaceutical manufacturing, but FDA monitoring reveals stark differences in compliance. India leads in regulatory reliability, while China offers scale - but with higher risk. Here’s how it affects drug safety.

A drug formulary is your insurance plan's list of covered medications. Learn how tiers, restrictions, and exceptions affect your out-of-pocket costs-and what to do when your prescription isn't covered.

Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis are two distinct forms of inflammatory bowel disease with different locations, symptoms, complications, and treatments. Learn how they differ and what that means for diagnosis and care.

Pseudotumor cerebri from medications can cause severe headaches and vision changes that mimic a brain tumor. Common triggers include minocycline, isotretinoin, and steroid withdrawal. Early diagnosis and stopping the drug can prevent permanent vision loss.

Opioids like tramadol and dextromethorphan can cause dangerous serotonin syndrome when mixed with antidepressants. Learn which painkillers are safe, which to avoid, and what symptoms to watch for.

SSRIs can cause dangerous low sodium levels, especially in older adults, leading to confusion and falls. Learn who’s at risk, which antidepressants are safest, and how to prevent this hidden side effect.

Medicaid substitution rules prevent CHIP from replacing affordable private insurance. States must follow federal mandates, but how they enforce them varies. Learn how waiting periods, data systems, and the 2024 rule changes affect families and state budgets.

IBS and IBD both cause abdominal pain and bowel changes, but only IBD involves inflammation and structural damage. Learn how to tell them apart, what symptoms to watch for, and why proper diagnosis matters.

Pharmacist substitution authority lets pharmacists swap, adjust, or even prescribe medications in many U.S. states. Learn how far this authority goes, which states allow it, and what it means for patient care in 2025.

High-potassium foods can help lower blood pressure-but they can also be dangerous when combined with certain medications. Learn which foods to watch, how meds affect potassium, and how to stay safe.