As of 2025, over 270 medications remain in short supply in the U.S., including critical chemotherapy drugs, IV fluids, and antibiotics. Learn which drugs are hardest to find, why shortages persist, and how patients and providers are coping.
Learn when to use OTC diarrhea treatments like Imodium and Pepto-Bismol - and when to skip them and see a doctor. Get clear guidance on safe dosing, red flags, and hydration.
Combination therapy uses lower doses of multiple medications to improve effectiveness and reduce side effects. Proven in hypertension, diabetes, and cancer, it offers better control with fewer adverse reactions and improved patient adherence.
SGLT2 inhibitors help lower blood sugar in type 2 diabetes but increase the risk of yeast and urinary tract infections. Learn who’s most at risk, what symptoms to watch for, and how to stay safe while using these powerful medications.
Postoperative ileus is a common, painful delay in bowel function after surgery-often caused by opioids. Learn how multimodal pain control, early movement, and targeted drugs can prevent it and speed recovery.
End-stage renal disease requires life-sustaining treatment. Dialysis keeps you alive; a kidney transplant helps you live. Learn how quality of life, survival rates, and access differ between treatments-and what you can do to improve your outcomes.
CDAI, DAS28, and imaging are key tools for tracking rheumatoid arthritis. Learn how each works, when to use them, and why combining them leads to better outcomes and less joint damage.
Irritable Bowel Syndrome is not just a digestive issue-it's a breakdown in gut-brain communication. Learn how serotonin, gut bacteria, and brain wiring affect symptoms-and what treatments actually work.
Subscribe to FDA Safety Communications to receive real-time alerts about recalls, drug risks, and medical device dangers. Learn how keyword-based notifications can protect your health and prevent harm.
Herpes simplex virus affects billions worldwide. Learn the differences between HSV-1 and HSV-2, what outbreaks look like, how antiviral therapy works, and how to reduce transmission and manage symptoms effectively.
1 Oct 2025
