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Why the First Generic Drug Filer Gets 180 Days of Market Exclusivity

Why the First Generic Drug Filer Gets 180 Days of Market Exclusivity

The first generic drug company to file a patent challenge gets 180 days of exclusive sales rights. This rule, from the Hatch-Waxman Act, was meant to speed up affordable drugs-but loopholes let some companies block competition without selling anything.

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Regulatory Exclusivity: How Non-Patent Protections Delay Generic Drugs

Regulatory Exclusivity: How Non-Patent Protections Delay Generic Drugs

Regulatory exclusivity gives drugmakers exclusive market rights for 5 to 12 years after FDA approval, blocking generics even after patents expire. It's a key driver of drug pricing and innovation incentives.

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Provider Education: Understanding Biosimilar Differences

Provider Education: Understanding Biosimilar Differences

Biosimilars offer major cost savings over biologics, but they're not generics. Providers need to understand the science, regulatory pathways, and real-world differences to use them safely and confidently.

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Monitoring Your Health After Switching to Generics: What to Watch For

Monitoring Your Health After Switching to Generics: What to Watch For

Switching to generic medications is safe for most people, but some may notice changes. Learn what to monitor, when to call your doctor, and how to spot differences in generic brands to stay in control of your health.

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Insurance Appeals: Fighting Denials When a Generic Medication Doesn't Work

Insurance Appeals: Fighting Denials When a Generic Medication Doesn't Work

When a generic medication doesn't work for you, insurance denials can be frustrating and dangerous. Learn how to fight back with medical evidence, step-by-step appeals, and proven strategies to get your brand-name drug approved.

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Nasal Congestion from Medications: How to Break the Cycle and Find Relief

Nasal Congestion from Medications: How to Break the Cycle and Find Relief

Nasal congestion from overusing decongestant sprays is called rebound congestion. Learn how to stop the cycle, use corticosteroids like Flonase, and recover safely without surgery or dependency.

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How to Safely Dispose of Medications in Household Trash: Step-by-Step Guide

How to Safely Dispose of Medications in Household Trash: Step-by-Step Guide

Learn how to safely dispose of expired or unused medications in household trash using FDA-approved steps. Protect your family, privacy, and environment with this simple 5-step guide.

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Government Medication Assistance Programs by State: What’s Available in 2025

Government Medication Assistance Programs by State: What’s Available in 2025

In 2025, government medication assistance programs help millions of Americans afford prescriptions. Learn how Medicare Extra Help and state SPAPs work, who qualifies, and how to apply before you're left paying full price.

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Antihistamines for Hives: What Works, What Causes Drowsiness, and What to Try Next

Antihistamines for Hives: What Works, What Causes Drowsiness, and What to Try Next

Antihistamines are the first treatment for hives, but not all work the same. Learn which ones reduce itching without drowsiness, why they sometimes stop working, and what to try next when pills aren't enough.

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Inactive Ingredient Differences: Why Your Generic Medication May Feel Different

Inactive Ingredient Differences: Why Your Generic Medication May Feel Different

Switching to generic medication can cause unexpected side effects due to differences in inactive ingredients like lactose, dyes, or preservatives-even though the active drug is the same. Here’s what to watch for and how to stay safe.

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