Drug-Drug Interactions: Dr. Sarah N. Fischer
Drug-drug interactions: One of the most commonly asked questions I receive as a pharmacist is, “will this new prescription medication interact with my other medications”. Although it might seem like a simple ‘yes’ or ‘no’, there is a lot that goes into...
What You Need to Know About the Flu
Flu season is almost upon us! While no one wants to get the flu, many of us will suffer from it this year. Here’s what you need to know to avoid it if you can and get over it quickly if you can’t. Preventing the Flu One of the best ways to avoid getting...
Aspirin: Is It Right For You?
Aspirin: Is it right for you? By Megan K. Fischer with Peter J. Rice Aspirin is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that also thins the blood. It can be used to treat pain, such as headaches, aches, inflammation, and it can also lower cardiovascular risk...
Drug Recalls: Dr. Peter Rice
Drug Recalls Patients usually like to know what is going on with their medicines, and word of a recall often leaves patients wondering what to do. The pharmacy community is still dealing with the recall of generic valsartan initiated on July 13 which has...
