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The Checkout

How to help patients with constipation

As a pharmacist, you can play a critical role in helping patients seeking treatment options and relief
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What is medical power of attorney?

A medical power of attorney gives someone the legal authority to make critical medical decisions on your behalf if you are unable to do so
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Health Education

What is Type 3 diabetes?

Researchers are exploring the connection between insulin resistance and brain dysfunction
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Health Education

Why is my left ear ringing? Causes of tinnitus in one ear

Ear ringing causes include hearing loss, loud noises, trauma, earwax, or underlying medical conditions
A doctor and an older adult | Bactrim side effects in elderly
Drug Info

Bactrim side effects in elderly

If you’re older than 65, there are some important risks of this Rx
An older person looking at medication instructions: Gabapentin side effects in elderly
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Gabapentin side effects in elderly patients

Older adults should beware of the increased risk of falls, drowsiness, depression, and other side effects when taking Gabapentin
An older person reading medication instructions: Hydroxyzine side effects in elderly
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Hydroxyzine side effects in elderly patients

Hydroxyzine side effects are more likely to occur when the drug interacts with other medications
Three Rx pill bottles: Donepezil interactions
Drug Info

Donepezil interactions to avoid

It’s important to be aware of donepezil’s drug interactions as other drugs, supplements, and foods can affect its effectiveness or worsen side effects
Blue hearing aid: Financial assistance for hearing aids
Health Education

Financial assistance for hearing aids

Learn how to get financial help for hearing aids through insurance, discounts, and nonprofit programs
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Drug Info

Side effects of trazodone in the elderly

Look for drowsiness, dizziness, nausea, and dry mouth after taking trazodone
A vaccine and vial: Is Shingrix free for seniors?
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Is Shingrix free for seniors?

Shingrix is the only shingles vaccine, and it’s typically free with health insurance