Drug Muggers Cause Palpitations and Leg Cramps
“Dear Pharmacist, I take a reflux medication daily as well as a chewable antacid. In the last 2 months, I’ve dealt with severe “Charlie horses,”
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Suzy Cohen, RPh - America’s Pharmacist®
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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™
Can Your Pet Be Making You Sick? Understanding Zoonotic Diseases and Prevention Tips
We love our furry companions, but did you know pets can occasionally pass on diseases to humans? These diseases are called zoonotic diseases, and they
Coffee Enema Benefits For You
“Dear Pharmacist, I see a naturopathic doctor for chronic fatigue and fibromyalgia. She recommended coffee enemas. Suzy, I’m a faithful reader, do you think this
Why I Disagree With Angelina Jolie’s Mastectomy Decision
“Dear Pharmacist, Do you agree with Angelina Jolie’s decision to remove her breasts to prevent cancer?”–S.I., Atlanta, Georgia Answer: When I heard about her
Lyme Disease and Bartonella: More Common Than You Think
“Dear Pharmacist, On Facebook, you said people catch Lyme disease from their pets, which tote ticks. That’s how I got Lyme, and I have Bartonella
New Sleep Drug- Excitement Builds for Suvorexant
“Dear Pharmacist, I can’t sleep well and have taken Ambien for years. What else do you recommend?” –F.T., Bradenton, Florida Answer: If you can’t sleep
Calcium Supplements for Bone Strength
“Dear Pharmacist, I’m concerned about my bone density because I was told I have osteopenia. Are all calcium supplements the same? Do you have other
The Best Diet for People with Autoimmune Disease
An autoimmune disease is one where the body attacks itself. In the past, I have written about rheumatoid arthritis, MS, and other autoimmune diseases. Many
Natural Script to Relieve Pain
“Dear Pharmacist, I live in chronic pain, no one is sure why. I take hydrocodone and ibuprofen daily but I’m still in pain. Can you
Side Effect Solutions to Blood Pressure Drugs
“Dear Pharmacist, I keep stopping my blood pressure medications because of side effects, mainly fatigue, dizziness and leg cramps! Please help me solve this or
Natural Ways to Get Some Zzzs
“Dear Pharmacist, I’ve had a couple of years of bad insomnia. I’ve tried medications, but I want something natural. Suggestions?” –P.T., Denver, CO Answer: There
Shiitake Happens to Protect You from Cancer
“Dear Pharmacist, I’m not a fan of fungus, but I’ve heard that shiitake mushrooms are good for cancer. What do you think?” –C.E., Boston, Massachusetts
Echinacea Wards Off The Common Cold -Ahh…CHOO!
“Dear Pharmacist, I’ve got a cold, and I’ve sneezed about a hundred times today! Should I start taking echinacea, and will it help me with
A Laxative that Works at Both Ends
“Dear Pharmacist, I heard you recommend a drug called Lactulose as a laxative but you said it helped with brain fog too. How can it
Does Deer Antler Velvet Really Work?
“Dear Pharmacist, My hero is Ray Lewis of the Super Bowl champion Baltimore Ravens, and I heard he took Deer Antler Velvet to recover from
I want to be able to read my prescription, what are all those abbreviations?
I want to be able to read my prescription, what are all those abbreviations? i one ii two iii three iv
New Drugs for 2012
Dear Readers, Here are some interesting FDA-approved items for 2012 in the United States. My column is printed in various languages so I apologize that
Exercise Improves Memory and Enhances Mood
Dear Pharmacist, I’m going through a lot right now. This year, my New Years’ Resolution is to exercise more, hoping to take my mind off