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Be Careful When Purchasing Prescription Medications Online
| October 23rd, 2018
Online shopping is safer and more convenient than ever, making it a massive industry for everything from electronics and clothing to food and even prescription medications. But buying prescription drugs online carries a risk that you may not encounter at your local pharmacy. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) says that there are many
Read MoreAre Generic Medications Safe to Take?
| October 16th, 2018
It’s no secret that many prescription medications can put a strain on your wallet. Drug companies spend billions of dollars researching and developing new medications, and that means they often charge exorbitant amounts for their drugs. All drugs are patented, but eventually drug patents expire. That means other companies can make drugs that are identical
Read MorePrescribed a New Medication? Ask Your Doctor If It’s Safe for You to Drive.
| October 9th, 2018
Both over-the-counter and prescription medications can have powerful side effects. And because all drugs affect people differently, especially at varying dosages, known side effects can vary significantly from patient to patient. One of the most dangerous but often overlooked side effects in medications is drowsiness. While a medication causing drowsiness may not be a major
Read More2 Drug-Related Questions to Ask Your Doctor
| October 2nd, 2018
When you visit your doctor for a health concern, you expect him or her to be thorough and cautious when it comes to protecting your well-being. But doctors are often pressed for time, and they frequently have many patients to see in a short timeframe. It’s important to remember that you are your own best
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