JWSC Pharma Guide - Page 3
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How to Safely Use Short-Term Medications After Surgery
Learn how to safely use short-term medications after surgery to avoid dangerous errors. Follow CDC, ISMP, and Joint Commission guidelines for pain relief, antibiotics, and high-risk drugs during recovery.
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Hospital Formulary Economics: How Institutions Choose Generics to Cut Costs Without Compromising Care
Hospitals choose generics based on clinical evidence, cost, and safety-not just price. Learn how Pharmacy and Therapeutics committees make formulary decisions, why complex generics are harder to approve, and how rebates and shortages are reshaping hospital drug selection in 2026.
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Alcohol and Weight Loss: How Calories, Appetite, and Strategy Affect Your Progress
Alcohol can sabotage weight loss by adding empty calories, increasing hunger, and slowing fat burning. Learn how to drink smarter-or cut back-for real results.
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Compulsory Licensing: How Governments Override Patents to Protect Public Health
Compulsory licensing lets governments override patents to make life-saving drugs affordable. Used in India, Brazil, and during COVID-19, it balances innovation with public health. Here's how it works-and why it matters.
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Prescription Discount Programs and Coupons: Do They Actually Save You Money?
Prescription discount programs and coupons can save you money on meds-but only if you use them correctly. Learn when they work, when they don’t, and which ones actually make a difference.
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International Reference Pricing: How Countries Set Generic Drug Prices
International reference pricing helps countries set affordable prices for generic drugs by comparing costs across nations. Learn how it works, which countries use it, and why it sometimes causes shortages.
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Medication Adherence Challenges for Older Adults: Practical Solutions That Work
Most older adults take multiple medications, but nearly half don’t take them correctly. This article breaks down the real reasons why-and shares simple, proven ways to improve adherence without relying on tech or complex solutions.
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How to Talk to Your Doctor About Generic Medications
Learn how to confidently ask your doctor about generic medications. Discover why generics are just as effective as brand-name drugs, how they're regulated, and how to start a conversation that saves money without sacrificing health.
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How the FDA Monitors Drug Safety After Medication Approval
The FDA uses real-time data, millions of patient reports, and advanced AI tools to track drug safety after approval. Learn how FAERS, Sentinel, and REMS work together to catch hidden risks and protect public health.
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State vs Federal Law: How Substitution Rules for Lawyers Differ and Why It Matters
State and federal courts have wildly different rules for switching lawyers. One might let you do it with a form. The other demands a judge's approval. Get it wrong, and your case could be jeopardized.
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How to Ask About Generics and Authorized Generics to Save Money on Medications
Learn how to ask your pharmacist and insurer about generic and authorized generic drugs to cut your prescription costs by up to 90%. Save hundreds a year with simple, proven questions.
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Medication Safety Myths vs. Facts: What Patients Really Need to Know
Debunking common medication myths that put patients at risk-from OTC painkillers to antibiotics and herbal supplements. Learn the facts that prevent hospital visits and save lives.