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Oncology

How tumour testing shapes treatment: a plain guide to cancer genetic testing

For many modern cancer drugs, tumour testing is the key condition: without a confirmed mutation the drug will not work. Where the sample comes from, how IHC, FISH, PCR and NGS differ, what tissue-agnostic drugs are and what to ask your oncologist.

Unifarm pharmacists

5 min 22.09.2026

Rheumatology

Tofacitinib and upadacitinib: rheumatoid arthritis pills instead of injections

JAK inhibitors are the first rheumatoid arthritis drugs to come as pills instead of injections. We explain the mechanism, how tofacitinib (Xeljanz) differs from upadacitinib (Rinvoq), and what the risks are.

Unifarm pharmacists

3 min 13.09.2026

Antivirals

Molnupiravir for COVID-19: how Molnuvir differs from original Lagevrio

Molnupiravir is a COVID-19 pill taken in the first days of illness. We explain the mechanism, how it differs from favipiravir, who it is for, who should avoid it, and how generics differ from Lagevrio.

Unifarm pharmacists

3 min 13.09.2026

HIV

Tenofovir and emtricitabine: how Tenvir-EM differs from original Truvada

The tenofovir + emtricitabine combination is used both for HIV treatment and for pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP). We explain the mechanism, triple-therapy regimens, and how Tenvir-EM differs from original Truvada.

Unifarm pharmacists

4 min 13.09.2026

Hepatitis

Sofosbuvir and velpatasvir: hepatitis C generics and how they differ from Epclusa

The sofosbuvir + velpatasvir combination treats nearly all hepatitis C genotypes in 12 weeks. We break down the mechanism, all treatment regimens, and how Velpanat, Velakast and Hepcinat Plus differ from original Epclusa.

Unifarm pharmacists

4 min 13.09.2026

Urology

Cenforce vs Viagra: how the sildenafil generic differs from the original

Cenforce and Viagra share the same active substance — sildenafil. We break down the difference in manufacturer and price, how Cenforce forms differ, and which drug combinations are dangerous.

Unifarm pharmacists

4 min 13.09.2026

Endocrinology

How to finish Ozempic or Mounjaro shots: a guide back to ordinary life

The kilos are gone and the course is ending. Why hunger returns, and why shots are not dropped in one day — only with an endocrinologist.

Unifarm pharmacists

5 min 09.09.2026

Endocrinology

A weekly shot or a tablet every morning: Rybelsus and Ozempic

One molecule, semaglutide: a tablet every morning or a weekly shot. Why Rybelsus is taken on an empty stomach with a small sip of water.

Unifarm pharmacists

5 min 09.09.2026

Endocrinology

A plateau on tirzepatide or semaglutide: why the scale stopped and do you need a higher dose now?

Weight does not drop for 2–4 weeks on Mounjaro or Ozempic. Often this is a normal pause. Only an endocrinologist changes the dose.

Unifarm pharmacists

4 min 09.09.2026

Endocrinology

What to do if Mounjaro or Ozempic makes you nauseous: 7 practical moves for an easier start

Nausea is common at the start or after a dose step. Seven household moves: portions, water, 48 hours after the shot. Not a substitute for an endocrinologist.

Unifarm pharmacists

6 min 08.09.2026

Endocrinology

Can you buy tirzepatide and semaglutide without a prescription? What are the risks?

No: these are prescription peptides, not a supplement. The grey market, a broken cold chain and self-medication are the main risks for Ozempic, Rybelsus, Semaxen and Mounjaro.

Unifarm pharmacists

7 min 08.09.2026

Endocrinology

Mounjaro in plain words: tirzepatide, KwikPen and what to check on the pack

Behind “Mounjaro” is Eli Lilly tirzepatide. How the KwikPen differs from a vial, which milligrams are in the catalogue, and what to check at Nova Poshta.

Unifarm pharmacists

4 min 07.09.2026