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The FDA is cracking down on manufacturing flaws in pharma and medical devices, with aseptic failures, data造假, and weak quality culture leading to 32% more warning letters in 2025. Learn the top issues and how to fix them.

Parkinson’s disease causes tremor, stiffness, and slowness due to dopamine loss in the brain. Dopamine replacement with levodopa helps manage symptoms, but long-term use can lead to side effects. Understanding timing, dosing, and alternatives is key to living well.

Discover the most effective preventive and abortive migraine medications backed by 2026 guidelines, including triptans, CGRP inhibitors, and alternatives for those who can't use traditional drugs. Learn what works, what doesn't, and how to avoid common treatment mistakes.

Switching from brand-name to generic meds saves money but often reduces adherence. Learn why patients stop taking generics - and how providers and patients can fix it with simple, proven strategies.

Look-alike, sound-alike generic drugs cause thousands of preventable medication errors each year. Learn how similar names and packaging lead to dangerous mix-ups-and what’s being done to stop them.

Learn how to prevent dangerous medication errors after hospital discharge by coordinating your home and hospital drug lists. This guide covers who's responsible, what to check, and how to get help fast.

Learn how to report adverse drug reactions to the FDA's MedWatch system. Understand what counts as reportable, how to file a form, and why your report matters - even if you're not a doctor.

Idiosyncratic drug reactions are rare, unpredictable side effects that can be life-threatening. Unlike common reactions, they're not dose-related and often appear weeks after starting a medication. Learn what causes them, how they're diagnosed, and what to do if you suspect one.

Switching from a generic to a brand-name medication requires medical justification, proper documentation, and insurance approval. Learn when it's necessary, how to do it safely, and what to do if your claim is denied.

Learn how to pick the right OTC eye drops for allergies, dryness, or redness without making things worse. Get expert-backed advice on ingredients, brands, and safe usage.