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Get answers to common questions about over-the-counter and prescription medicines.

Dazed and sniffling in the cold-and-flu aisle: tips for buying OTC medicines
09/02/2020
Dazed and sniffling in the cold-and-flu aisle: tips for buying OTC medicines
You’re under the weather and on your way to the pharmacy’s cold-and-flu aisle. The colorful packages all promise relief. How do you know which to choose?
Headed to the pharmacy? Ask questions!
01/30/2020
Headed to the pharmacy? Ask questions!
By Jamie Reuter, PharmD, MBA, BCPS
You go to pick up your medicine, and the clerk asks, “Do you want to speak to a pharmacist?” Most people say no, but they shouldn’t!
What’s behind rising drug costs, and strategies to manage them
09/03/2019
What’s behind rising drug costs, and strategies to manage them
By Jamie Reuter, PharmD, MBA, BCPS
It’s no secret that prescription drug prices have been on the rise. And this trend shows no signs of stopping.1 That leaves health plan sponsors looking for ways to manage costs while ensuring that employees can get the medicines they need.
What it means: statins
07/31/2019
What it means: statins
You may have heard the word “statin” on television or from friends or family who take statins. Learn more about this type of medicine and how it can help to lower your risk for heart attack or stroke.
I’m turning 65. What do I need to do?
07/08/2019
I’m turning 65. What do I need to do?
Happy birthday! This birthday makes you eligible for Medicare.
Your doctor’s writing a new prescription. Don’t leave the office before asking questions.
05/03/2019
Your doctor’s writing a new prescription. Don’t leave the office before asking questions.
By Jamie Reuter, PharmD, MBA, BCPS
More than 75% of doctor’s office visits involve providing, prescribing or continuing medication.* If this happens during your next visit, don’t leave before asking these vital questions.
A doctor’s guide to choosing allergy medicine wisely
04/29/2019
A doctor’s guide to choosing allergy medicine wisely
By Wayne Rawlins, MD, MBA
Allergies can pop up throughout the year. You may be tempted to grab the closest antihistamine medicine to fend off your itchy eyes, sneezing or a runny nose. Before you do, make sure the medicine won’t do more harm than good.
Forget to take your medicine? There’s help!
03/26/2018
Forget to take your medicine? There’s help!
By Jamie Reuter, PharmD, MBA, BCPS
Sometimes it’s hard to remember to take medicine or to remember to give it to someone you’re taking care of, like a child or older adult.

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