Drug Mart Direct: Your Online Pharmaceuticals Guide - Page 5

Olly Steele 18 November 2025

What Is an ANDA? The Complete Guide to Abbreviated New Drug Applications

An ANDA is the FDA pathway that lets generic drugs enter the market without repeating costly clinical trials. It ensures safe, effective, and affordable alternatives to brand-name medications.

Olly Steele 18 November 2025

Azithromycin and Pregnancy: What Expectant Mothers Need to Know

Azithromycin is generally safe during pregnancy and commonly prescribed for infections like chlamydia and respiratory illnesses. Learn what the research says about risks, benefits, and alternatives.

Olly Steele 18 November 2025

Clavulanate in the Treatment of Respiratory Infections: What You Need to Know

Clavulanate boosts amoxicillin's power against resistant bacteria in respiratory infections like sinusitis, ear infections, and pneumonia. Learn how it works, when it's needed, and how to use it safely.

Olly Steele 18 November 2025

Compare Cardura (Doxazosin) with Alternatives: What Works Best for High Blood Pressure and BPH

Compare Cardura (doxazosin) with alternatives like tamsulosin, terazosin, and finasteride for high blood pressure and BPH. Learn which drug works best for your symptoms and side effect profile.

Olly Steele 17 November 2025

Unlock the Secrets of Your Cells: The Truth About RNA and DNA Dietary Supplements

RNA and DNA supplements claim to boost cellular repair, but they don’t work as advertised. Learn what actually supports your genes-and what’s just marketing hype.

Olly Steele 17 November 2025

Generic Drug Savings: Real Numbers and National Statistics

Generic drugs saved $467 billion in the U.S. in 2024 alone, making up 90% of prescriptions but just 12% of drug spending. Real numbers show how much you save - and why the system is at risk.

Olly Steele 16 November 2025

Lithium Interactions: How NSAIDs, Diuretics, and Dehydration Raise Toxicity Risk

Lithium is effective for bipolar disorder but risky when combined with NSAIDs, diuretics, or dehydration. Learn how common medications and lifestyle factors can cause dangerous toxicity and what to do to stay safe.

Olly Steele 16 November 2025

Sedative-Hypnotics: Benzodiazepines vs. Non-Benzodiazepines for Sleep

Benzodiazepines and Z-drugs are commonly prescribed for insomnia, but both carry serious long-term risks including memory loss, falls, and dependence. Learn why experts now recommend CBT-I instead.

Olly Steele 16 November 2025

Sugar Intake and Diabetes Medications: What You Need to Eat (and Avoid) for Better Control

Managing sugar intake is essential for diabetes medications to work properly. Learn which foods sabotage metformin and other drugs, how newer medications differ, and practical steps to improve glycemic control without drastic changes.

Olly Steele 13 November 2025

Patient Education Materials from Pharmacists: What to Ask For

Pharmacists are your best resource for understanding how to take your meds safely and correctly. Learn exactly what patient education materials to request-and how to make sure you get them.