How To Discontinue Medications Safely
"Dear Pharmacist,While in the hospital I received an IV antibiotic, and now I have to take two antibiotics while home. My pharmacist warned me to continue taking it, and not stop,…
"Dear Pharmacist,While in the hospital I received an IV antibiotic, and now I have to take two antibiotics while home. My pharmacist warned me to continue taking it, and not stop,…
What is Tinea Versicolor?This summer, you've noticed white spots on your skin, a common concern known as "sun fungus" or Tinea versicolor. This condition is a fungal infection caused by an…
"Dear Suzy,My life’s never been the same since 2004. Overnight, I developed arthritis, vertigo, headaches and fatigue. I used to run every day! I’ve been to 10 doctors for never-ending symptoms too…
In our fast-paced world, stress has become a constant companion for many of us. While modern medicine offers solutions like alprazolam, magnolia bark is a natural non-drug option sold nationwide. The…
"Dear Pharmacist,I am suffering with Sjogren's syndrome, it makes my skin, eyes and mouth so terribly dry. Even sex is painful. Do you have any suggestions that may work for me?"--P.W.,…
"Dear Pharmacist,I’ve tried everything for rheumatoid arthritis, and I’m still disabled, worse now than several years ago. I’ve spent thousands on Enbrel, Humira, Remicade and Cytoxan. Any advice?"--S.C., Miami, Florida Answer:…
"Dear Pharmacist,Help me make an herbal medicine cabinet since you have such a good understanding of plants that act like drugs."--B.M., Tulsa, Oklahoma Answer: Sure, this will be great because herbal…
"Dear Pharmacist,My sister and mother have both had breast cancer, so far I’m okay (but obviously worried). What is your number one recommendation for me since my genetics are bad. Thanks."--K.B.,…
I was eating lunch in Boulder today. I was slurping my vietnamese Pho at the table, and with a mouthful, I blurted to Sam that nobody likes me. He made a…
"Dear Pharmacist,I have reason to suspect that members of my son’s high school baseball team are using steroids to give them an edge on the competition. Are there any safe, natural…