Topical medications are extremely common for issues such as acne, but they actually help a wide variety of problems. Here are the 8 most common topicals that we see prescribed. While most of us are familiar with taking oral medications in pill or liquid form, medications are often prescribed in a long list of other… Read more »
Compounded creams can be used for a variety of conditions and can help with reduce symptoms, pain, and swelling. In the pharmacy, one of our most common compounding requests is for compounded creams and topical medications. These medications allow patients to access the treatments they need in a delivery format or dose that’s easier to… Read more »
In the pharmacy, we often talk about patient compliance and how it impacts treatment outcomes. “Compliance,” sometimes called adherence, simply refers to whether or not a patient follows all medication and treatment protocols at all times (e.g., taking the right dose at the right time each day). Compliance is necessary for every type of medication… Read more »
Does the thought of taking medicine strike fear into your heart? If so, you may suffer from a rare phobia called pharmacophobia – the irrational fear of taking medication. Patients who suffer from pharmacophobia experience a broad range of symptoms when faced with the prospect of taking and managing medication, including palpitations, panic attacks, racing… Read more »
Whether you have generalized anxiety or a specific fear, you know how debilitating the symptoms are without proper care. While your doctor should always serve as your first point of contact for diagnosing and treating anxiety, your pharmacist also plays a role in helping you find ways to manage anxiety symptoms. Although any pharmacy can… Read more »
Your thyroid: if you’re like the average person, you don’t give it a second thought. It sits in your throat quietly producing the TSH hormone needed to keep you alive. It’s only when something goes wrong with the thyroid’s production that most of us (including doctors) take notice of it, and often, issues creep up… Read more »
You’re an animal lover–you want what’s best for your bet, especially when they are sick. A trip to the vet can cause stress for both you and your pet. With payments, medications, and lists of do’s and don’ts, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. While most vets have a pharmacy right on site, there are some… Read more »
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