Many pet owners consider their four-legged, feathered, or otherwise non-human companions part of the family. For this reason, when pets become ill or develop medical conditions that require ongoing treatment, pet parents want to get them the best treatment available. Unfortunately, pets do not understand that they need to take their medication, and getting pets to take pills is often… Continue reading Compounding Pet Medications →.
When One Size Does Not Fit All The “one size fits all” nature of many commercially manufactured drugs does not actually fit all patients’ needs. Compounding, as both an art and science, allows pharmacists to create medications tailored to meet a patient’s specific needs. When the strength, concentration, or dosage an individual desires is not commercially available, they can work… Continue reading What is Compounding? →.
If you open the average American medicine cabinet, it is not uncommon to see expired drugs or drugs that are no longer used regularly by their owner. Expired or unused drugs can pose a safety risk, particularly for people who have young children in the house. Unfortunately, many people are uncertain as to how to safely dispose of medications and,… Continue reading Safe Medication Disposal Tips →.
Too many people simply accept and take prescription medications without actually knowing what they are taking, what the side effects may be, or whether they have any other options that may be better for their particular situation. You should never hesitate to ask your pharmacist questions just as you would ask questions of your physician. The following are some of… Continue reading Top 7 Questions to Ask your Pharmacist →.
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