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

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

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

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

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

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

While taking a med, you experience headaches, muscle pains, nausea or other symptoms. How do you know if these are…

If your doctor has put you on a medication for hypertension, it is likely either an ACE inhibitor or an…

If you have high cholesterol and cardiovascular risk factors, you may be prescribed a statin. Should you be concerned about…

Over-the-counter and prescription drugs, as well as herbal remedies, promise relief from insomnia. Find out about the pros and cons…