OTC Medications

April 1, 2017 • OTC Medications

Joint Comfort Supplement Studies

I am a spokesperson for the Osteo Bi-Flex brand and have received compensation as part of the partnership, however, I assure that the...

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August 5, 2016 • OTC Medications

Magnesium for Migraines

dropcapW/dropcaphile there are many prescription options for migraine sufferers today, there are also many reasons why these prescription...

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June 11, 2016 • Medical Conditions • OTC Medications

Say Goodbye to Neosporin – Say Hello to Vaseline!

dropcapI/dropcap distinctly remember being instructed on how to identify signs of infection related to small topical cuts and wounds.  We...

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February 16, 2015 • Medical Conditions • OTC Medications

Head Lice – What You NEED from the Pharmacy

Got lice?  Don’t freak out.  Head lice (scientifically known as Pediculus humanus capitis) is a very common problem, most...

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August 19, 2014 • OTC Medications

Should I Try Melatonin for Insomnia?

“Dear Honest Apothecary, I have a hard time falling asleep at night.  My friend suggested melatonin.  Should I try it?”...

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July 4, 2014 • OTC Medications • Product Reviews

Product Review: Nexium 24HR

Nexium (esomeprazole) 24HR is the latest medication for heartburn to become available for patients without a prescription.  As such, it...

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June 28, 2014 • OTC Medications • Product Reviews

Product Review: Nasacort Allergy 24HR

Watch out allergies!  A new weapon has entered the OTC (over the counter) market in the battle against nasal congestion, runny/itchy nose...

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June 26, 2014 • OTC Medications

Talking to Patients about Complementary and Alternative Medicine: 5 Tips

As a pharmacist I often spend as much time dispensing “information” as I do dispensing medicine.  That’s what I’m...

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May 30, 2014 • News & Politics • OTC Medications

Is Coffee REALLY Good For You?

It was Hippocrates who apparently said “let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food.”  If, by “food” he intended to include...

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December 15, 2013 • OTC Medications

Are Supplements Dangerous? A Pharmacist’s Perspective

I get a lot of pharmacy-related emails.  Maybe 30-50 per day.  Most are news briefs and articles on prescriptions, healthcare and...

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