Tag: pharamacist
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Tips for Taking Your Medications and Why it’s Important to Adhere to Your Medication Regimen
When patients don’t take their medications as directed, they miss out on the benefits of these medications and put themselves at risk of their condition worsening. Taking medications as directed by your physician, also called patient adherence, is important for controlling the symptoms of chronic conditions and maintaining long-term health. There are many reasons why…
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Why Do I Have to Inject My Medication? And Why Medications Come in Different Forms Like Tablets, Liquids, Ointments, and Injectables
Prescription medications come in all different forms: pills, syrups, nasal sprays, creams, inhalants, injections, and more. Prescription Injectable medications are liquid drugs that are injected into the body using a needle and a syringe. These types of mediations can provoke feelings of intimidation and nervousness in patients who may wonder, “Why can’t I take my…
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“Can I See My Pharmacist For That?” Learn When You Can See Your Pharmacist Before Going to Your GP
Although pharmacists aren’t able to diagnose an illness or prescribe medications, they are important members of any patient’s healthcare team. Pharmacists are often available sooner than a doctor, and there’s no need to make an appointment or pay for a copay to ask for their guidance. When can you see your pharmacist before going to…