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Liability and Indemnification in Generic Transactions Explained
Stuart Moore 4 December 2025 8

Liability and Indemnification in Generic Transactions Explained

Indemnification clauses protect parties in commercial transactions by shifting financial risk. Learn how liability works in contracts, what triggers claims, and why caps, survival periods, and insurance matter.

Pregnancy and ACE Inhibitors or ARBs: Fetal Risks and Safe Blood Pressure Alternatives
Stuart Moore 3 December 2025 9

Pregnancy and ACE Inhibitors or ARBs: Fetal Risks and Safe Blood Pressure Alternatives

ACE inhibitors and ARBs can cause severe fetal harm during pregnancy, including kidney damage and miscarriage. Learn why these blood pressure meds are dangerous and what safer alternatives like labetalol and methyldopa are recommended by leading medical groups.

Pruritus in Cholestasis: Bile Acid Resins and New Treatment Options
Stuart Moore 2 December 2025 8

Pruritus in Cholestasis: Bile Acid Resins and New Treatment Options

Cholestatic pruritus is a severe, non-histamine-related itching caused by liver bile buildup. Bile acid resins like cholestyramine are first-line, but newer drugs like maralixibat offer better tolerability and effectiveness. Learn what works, what doesn't, and what's coming next.

Colchicine and Macrolides: How Drug Interactions Can Turn Life-Saving Medicines Deadly
Stuart Moore 1 December 2025 8

Colchicine and Macrolides: How Drug Interactions Can Turn Life-Saving Medicines Deadly

Colchicine can become deadly when taken with certain macrolide antibiotics like clarithromycin due to CYP3A4 and P-gp inhibition. Learn which antibiotics are safe, how toxicity develops, and what to do if you're at risk.

Genetic Factors That Increase Susceptibility to Drug Side Effects
Stuart Moore 1 December 2025 8

Genetic Factors That Increase Susceptibility to Drug Side Effects

Genetic differences can make medications dangerous for some people and useless for others. Learn how specific gene variants like CYP2D6 and HLA-B*15:02 affect drug reactions-and what you can do about it.

How to Read Pregnancy and Lactation Labeling on Drugs: A Clear Guide for 2025
Stuart Moore 29 November 2025 11

How to Read Pregnancy and Lactation Labeling on Drugs: A Clear Guide for 2025

Learn how to read the updated FDA pregnancy and lactation drug labels that replaced outdated letter categories. Understand risk summaries, breastfeeding exposure, and clinical guidance for safer medication use during pregnancy and nursing.

When to Use OTC vs. Prescription Medications for Common Conditions
Stuart Moore 28 November 2025 13

When to Use OTC vs. Prescription Medications for Common Conditions

Learn when to use OTC medications versus prescription drugs for common conditions like headaches, allergies, and heartburn. Understand safety, cost, and when to see a doctor.

Chronotype: Morning Larks, Night Owls, and How to Schedule Your Day Right
Stuart Moore 27 November 2025 15

Chronotype: Morning Larks, Night Owls, and How to Schedule Your Day Right

Your chronotype - whether you're a morning lark or night owl - shapes your sleep, health, and productivity. Learn how to align your schedule with your biology for better energy, focus, and long-term well-being.

Milk Thistle and Liver-Metabolized Drugs: What You Need to Know About Enzyme Interactions
Stuart Moore 26 November 2025 13

Milk Thistle and Liver-Metabolized Drugs: What You Need to Know About Enzyme Interactions

Milk thistle can interfere with liver-metabolized drugs by altering CYP enzyme activity, potentially raising or lowering medication levels. Learn which drugs are at risk and how to stay safe.

Menopause and Hormone Therapy: What You Need to Know About Benefits and Risks
Stuart Moore 25 November 2025 11

Menopause and Hormone Therapy: What You Need to Know About Benefits and Risks

Menopause hormone therapy can relieve hot flashes, night sweats, and bone loss-but only if used correctly. Learn who benefits, who should avoid it, and how to start safely based on the latest 2025 guidelines.