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States are using MAC lists, anti-price-gouging laws, and PBM transparency to control Medicaid generic drug costs. With 84.7% of prescriptions being generics, these policies save billions-but must balance savings with drug availability.

Generic drugs are just as safe as brand-name ones - but sometimes, inactive ingredients or patient expectations cause unexpected reactions. Learn what really causes drug interaction issues with generics and how to stay safe.

For people with chronic spontaneous urticaria who don't respond to antihistamines, second-line treatments like omalizumab, remibrutinib, and dupilumab offer real hope. Learn what works, what's new, and how to find the right option.

Taking medication with food can reduce side effects like nausea and stomach damage, or prevent dangerous interactions. Learn which drugs need food, which avoid it, and how to get it right every time.

Peripheral neuropathy causes numbness, burning pain, and balance issues-often from diabetes or vitamin deficiency. Learn the real causes, proven treatments, and daily habits that help manage symptoms and prevent further damage.

Learn how DMARDs and biologics work together to treat rheumatoid arthritis, their benefits, risks, costs, and real-world outcomes. Understand why methotrexate remains the foundation and how biosimilars and JAK inhibitors are changing treatment.

Warfarin dosing varies widely between people due to genetics. CYP2C9 and VKORC1 variants significantly impact bleeding risk and dose requirements. Genetic testing can reduce dangerous side effects and improve stability.