Drugs-365.com: Your Daily Guide to Pharmaceuticals - Page 8

Fluorouracil (5-FU) remains a cornerstone of colorectal cancer treatment, used in standard regimens like FOLFOX and FOLFIRI. It works by disrupting cancer cell DNA, reducing recurrence by up to 35% after surgery. Despite newer drugs, its proven effectiveness keeps it in widespread use.

Compare Zebeta (bisoprolol) with top beta blocker alternatives like metoprolol, atenolol, and carvedilol. Learn which is best for blood pressure, heart failure, cost, and side effects - with real-world insights.

Compare metformin, sulfonylureas, and GLP-1 agonists for type 2 diabetes: effectiveness, side effects, cost, and who benefits most. Learn which drug fits your health goals and lifestyle.

Drug patents are often said to last 20 years, but most drugs lose exclusivity after just 7-12 years due to lengthy approval times. Learn how patent extensions, regulatory exclusivity, and legal tactics affect when generics become available.

Combining gabapentinoids with opioids increases the risk of dangerous respiratory depression and sedation. Learn who's most at risk, how the drugs interact, and what safer alternatives exist.

PSA screening for prostate cancer saves some lives but causes more harm than good for many men. Shared decision-making ensures you understand the risks and benefits before choosing whether to test.

mRNA therapeutics offer revolutionary treatment potential but come with known side effects like fatigue and rare myocarditis. Post-approval monitoring systems track safety across millions of doses, ensuring long-term reliability as the technology expands into cancer and chronic disease.

Learn how to organize your medications safely using pill organizers, smart dispensers, and tracking apps. Reduce errors, improve adherence, and protect your health with practical, proven methods.

Learn how to track essential medication safety updates from ISMP, FDA, ASHP, and WHO to prevent preventable errors. Get practical steps to subscribe, act on alerts, and protect patients.

Phantom limb pain affects 60-85% of amputees and doesn't usually go away on its own. Learn how mirror therapy and medications like gabapentin and amitriptyline help manage this chronic nerve pain after limb loss.