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WHAT EVERY CONSUMER NEEDS

to Know About Their Pharmacist

What Every Consumer Needs to Know About Their Pharmacist

Pharmacists provide knowledgeable, affordable and accessible health care services.

In these days of skyrocketing medical costs and doctors who have limited time to

spend with patients, it's good to know all that your pharmacist can do for you.

Developing A Relationship With Your Pharmacist

1. Make your pharmacist part of your health care team. Think of your pharmacist

as supplementing rather than replacing your doctor. They get more training in

pharmacology than most physicians. Plus, consumers are giving them feedback

all day long about real life experiences with the latest drugs.

2. Know the rules in your state. Laws vary from state to state as to what

pharmacists are allowed to do. Still, more than 40 states now have some form of

Collaborative Drug Therapy Management. This allows pharmacists and

prescribers to work together on guidelines and protocols for initiating,

modifying or continuing drug therapy for individual patients.

3. Fill your prescriptions at one source. The more your pharmacist knows about

you, the better the care they can provide. If they know all the medications

you’re taking, they can spot potential interactions.

4. Be cautious about online pharmacies. Beware of rogue websites that may sell

counterfeit drugs. Stick to legitimate pharmacies that are verified by the National

Association of Boards of Pharmacy.

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Manage Medications With Your Pharmacist

1. Discuss side effects and allergies. Keep your pharmacist up to date on all your

medical conditions, treatment plans, and allergies. It could save your life.

2. Take your medications correctly. Find out what to do if you forget to take your

prescription or if you take too much. Some drugs need to be taken on an empty

stomach and others go better with food. Some can be crushed and others need

to be kept whole.

3. Store drugs properly. Room temperature and low humidity are best for

preserving most drugs. Your pharmacist can advise you on any special needs

and explain how some ingredients become inactive or change their effects due

to their environment.

4. Use over the counter products wisely. Your pharmacist can also provide

guidance with non-prescription products. Taking just what you need will save

money and provide the best results.

Other Ways Your Pharmacist Can Help You

1. Make healthy lifestyle changes. Maybe you're looking to lose weight or quit

smoking. Your pharmacist can suggest strategies and resources to make the

process easier.

2. Find additional support for chronic conditions. Pharmacists are taking on a new

coaching role for patients with conditions like diabetes, asthma or heart disease.

Sign up for educational classes, monitor your progress and take advantage of

other special benefits and savings.

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3. Keep your immunizations up to date. Studies show that immunizations prevent

almost 15 million cases of disease and more than 30,000 deaths every year.

Pharmacists can help you identify which vaccines you need and the related

benefits and risks.

4. Explore natural health products. It can be difficult to sort out the many claims

made by herbal remedies and other non-prescription products. Ask your

pharmacist for help in making the best choices. It's also important to coordinate

your care as some products may interfere with certain prescription drugs.

5. Save money. Online pharmacies have created price pressures on local stores

that pay off in bargains for you. Look for special offers like fixed price generic

drugs or multiple month supplies. Speaking of generics, ask your doctor if

substitutions can be allowed so your pharmacist can give you a less expensive,

generic version if appropriate.

Get to know your local pharmacists. They can help you avoid potentially serious drug

interactions and guide you on the way to leading a healthier and longer life.

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