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    The Best Way to Treat Heat Rash According to a Doctor

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    Question: It’s summer, and I’m going to be spending a lot of time outdoors. I’m susceptible to heat rash. What…

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    When Side Effects Prevail

    By Dave Walker, RPh4 Mins ReadUpdated:June 30, 2022June 6, 2019

    Nearly one-third of all patients will stop taking a prescription medication without even telling their doctor. There are a variety…

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    Follow the Simple Instructions – Or Else

    By Dave Walker, RPh4 Mins ReadMay 1, 2019

    A few years ago, I started taking more Motrin (ibuprofen) than the label said I should. I’m a pharmacist, I…

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    Can I Cut Down on the Number of Drugs I Take?

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    Any practicing pharmacist like myself will most likely encounter multiple patients with potential polypharmacy problems on a daily basis. The…

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    Using MedShadow to Become Better Informed About Your Meds

    By Dave Walker, RPh4 Mins ReadApril 3, 2019

    Over my career as a pharmacist, I’ve been very conscientious about filling prescriptions accurately as prescribed. I’ve also made it…

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    A Drug I Am Taking is Being Recalled. Should I Freak Out?

    By Dave Walker, RPh4 Mins ReadMarch 20, 2019

    A series of hypertension drug recalls has been making news since last year. If you hear a drug you are…

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    What You Should Know About Taking Diabetes Meds

    By Dave Walker, RPh4 Mins ReadUpdated:June 30, 2022March 6, 2019

    Your doctor has just prescribed you a diabetes medication. Here’s how they work to reduce blood glucose levels and what…

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    Why It’s Important to Take All Your Medications as Directed

    By admin3 Mins ReadFebruary 20, 2019

    Nearly half of all people with a chronic disease such as diabetes, high blood pressure, COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease)…

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    Might Supplements I Take Interact With My Prescription Medications?

    By Dave Walker, RPh33 Mins Read104 ViewsFebruary 6, 2019

    Just because many supplements are derived from natural sources doesn’t mean they can’t interact with drugs. Find out how to…

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    Is That Symptom a Drug Side Effect…Or Something Else?

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