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Drug information

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What are biosimilar drugs?
Learn more about these safe, effective—and more affordable—treatment options for many diseases.

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Can digital pills keep tabs on patients’ treatment?
Some experts see possibilities for improving medication adherence, while others are concerned about ...

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What is CBD and why are so many people using it?
Use of cannabidiol is growing across the country. But does it live up to the hype?

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6 illnesses that call for an antibiotic
Antibiotics can help treat these common bacterial infections.

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How much is too much ibuprofen?
A study found 15 percent of Americans taking the drug went over the maximum weekly dosage.

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5 key questions to ask about your cholesterol medicine
Your healthcare provider's answers will give you important information about your prescription.

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What to know about medical cannabis
Are proponents or detractors just blowing smoke?

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Skipping your meds? Here's why that's a bad idea
Not taking the right doses at the right time—or omitting your medications completely—can put your he...

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5 steps to help prevent medication mistakes
Does your prescription pill look different? Avoid a prescription mix-up with these simple tips.

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Discard your old pills on national prescription drug take back day
Dispose of unwanted medications anonymously and safely at a location near you.