10 Questions to Ponder Before Taking Medicine
Dear Pharmacist
What does it mean when it says “take on an empty stomach” or “take with food” because I never adhere to those warnings and I’m still alive. Does it really matter? —J.J., Denver, CO
Suzy Cohen
Suzy Cohen, RPh - America’s Pharmacist®
Discover a Natural Path to Better Health!
Suzy Cohen, RPh - America’s Pharmacist®
Discover a Natural Path to Better Health!
Newest Articles by Suzy Cohen, America's Pharmacist™
Newest Articles by Suzy Cohen, America's Pharmacist™
Take Glutathione if you Take Acetaminophen
Dear Pharmacist,
I recently read a magazine article that discussed the health benefits of glutathione, and I was shocked at how many there are. Do you recommend this supplement for everyone? – L.S. Orlando, FL
Click to Read This Article
LIST OF GLUTEN-FREE MEDICATIONS, AND VITAMINS
Certain name brands, including physician-formulated brands, work extremely hard to keep their products free of common allergens, including gluten. I can’t vouch for every single product for every category, but there are companies worth paying extra for because they are “cleaner” in terms of common allergens, binder, fillers and other excipients. Among the best are:
Click to Read This Article
Detoxify: Send Your Poisons Packing with D-Glucarate
Dear Pharmacist,
I have fibromyalgia, uterine fibroids, fibrocystic breasts and endometriosis. I fired my old doctor, because I wasn’t getting any better. My new doctor prescribed bio-identical hormones, iodine tablets, and a strong multi-vitamin. I’m eating ground flax seeds thanks to your recent column. Am I missing something? I’m still uncomfortable. –E.W. Sacramento, CA
Click to Read This Article
Curb Your Hunger
Dear Pharmacist,
I am 90 pounds overweight and just began taking the medication Orlistat. Is there another drug that works better than this? Are there any supplements you recommend? – J.M., Dallas, Texas
Click to Read This Article
What Every Man and Woman Should Know About Estrogen
Dear Pharmacist
I started bioidentical hormones thanks to you, and feel dramatically better. I can’t convince my sister who still takes a prescription estrogen drug from horse urine. What can I tell her since she won’t switch medicines? -T.W., Decatur, Illinois
Click to Read This Article
7 Tips That Could Save Your Life
Dear Pharmacist,
I take 4 different medications now. Lately, I’ve had stomach pain, insomnia, headaches and dizziness. I am sure it’s related to my medicine. What should I do, stop everything?
-L.E., Seattle, Washington
Click to Read This Article
Stop Painful Nerve Pain In Its Tracks
Dear Pharmacist,
I have neuropathies all over my body, it feels like pins and needles. I take pain medications. Is there anything natural I can do or take?
-G.D. Seattle, Colorado
Click to Read This Article
Memory Enhancing Tips & Supplements
Dear Pharmacist,
Recently I saw a major network news program about researchers looking for drugs to prevent Alzheimer’s. The doctors interviewed didn’t mention diet and exercise. Both my parents had dementia. I’m scared of it happening to me.
–A.F., Chicago, Illinois
Click to Read This Article
Three Herbs That Work on mTOR Protein
“Dear Pharmacist, Two of my relatives have pancreatic cancer, and I’m worried sick for myself. No symptoms yet, but is there anything I can share
These Herbs Work Like Medicine
“Dear Pharmacist, What are popular medications, and their natural counterparts?” –A.T., Dallas, Texas Answer: This is a great question, and there’s a lot of different
These Herbs Work Like Medicine
Dear Pharmacist,
What are the most often used medications, and their natural counterparts? –A.T., Dallas, Texas
Click to Read This Article
Cold and Flu Season Isn’t Over Yet – Protect Yourself!
Dear Pharmacist,
Everyone in my family gets sick, what can I do to help myself?
–K.B., San Antonio, Texas
Click to Read This Article
Overweight People have Leptin Resistance
“Dear Pharmacist, I’m frustrated and happy at the same time because last week you taught me about a blood test called “leptin” and how it
Leptin Resistance Caused By Being Overweight
Dear Pharmacist,
I’m frustrated and happy at the same time because last week you taught me about a blood test called “leptin” and how it relates obesity. I’ve been the same weight for 5 years and can’t lose anything, yet I eat very little. Please share more.
–A.S., Gainesville, Florida
Click to Read This Article
New Drugs for 2013
Dear Readers, Here are some interesting new items that became available for 2013 in the United States. My column is printed in various languages so
Are Fish Oils Your Only Option?
Dear Pharmacist,
I’m taking a prescription drug version of fish oils for my heart and cholesterol. I want a plant-derived option because I’m a vegetarian, plus I get “fish burp.” Are there plant-derived essential fatty acids, or do you have to get it from fish?
–H.B., Plano, Texas
Click to Read This Article
Side Effect Solutions for Bone Building Meds and Diuretics
“Dear Pharmacist I take a water pill (diuretic) for blood pressure. Now, I have to take Boniva for osteopenia. Is there a connection? What’s next