Changes coming to U.S. import regulations, effective August 29th, 2025. All shipments may be affected. Read more for continued updates.
Oct 2, 2024
One of the most-prescribed drugs in the U.S., gabapentin, is the target of warnings from physicians, according to an article in USA Today, published on 1 October 2024.The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) initially approved gabapentin for treating epilepsy. In 2002, the FDA approved gabapentin for another neurological disorder called...
Read More
Sep 29, 2024
Empagliflozin, sold under the brand name Jardiance, among others, is an antidiabetic medication used to improve glucose control in people with Type 2 diabetes. This oral tablet is a medication used to assist your kidneys in helping to remove sugar from your blood through your urine. In short, it assists in the decrease of blood sugar, lowing the...
Read More
Sep 25, 2024
Empagliflozin, sold under the brand name Jardiance, among others, is an antidiabetic medication used to improve glucose control in people with Type 2 diabetes. This oral tablet is a medication used to assist your kidneys in helping to remove sugar from your blood through your urine. In short, it assists in the decrease of blood sugar, lowing the...
Read More
Sep 23, 2024
Empagliflozin, sold under the brand name Jardiance, among others, is an antidiabetic medication used to improve glucose control in people with Type 2 diabetes. This oral tablet is a medication used to assist your kidneys in helping to remove sugar from your blood through your urine. In short, it assists in the decrease of blood sugar, lowing the...
Read More
Sep 20, 2024
Jardiance (empagliflozin) and metformin are two prescription drugs that treat Type 2 diabetes. Both drugs work by lowering blood sugar levels in the body. Jardiance is a brand-name medication, while metformin Hcl is a generic form of the brand-name medications like Fortamet, Glumetza, Glucophage, and Riomet. Jardiance is classified in a group of...
Read More
Sep 18, 2024
Jardiance (empagliflozin) and metformin are two prescription drugs that treat Type 2 diabetes. Both drugs work by lowering blood sugar levels in the body. Jardiance is classified in a group of drugs called sodium-glucose co-transporter 2 (SGLT2) inhibitors. Costs of Jardiance can be higher than other Type 2 diabetes medications on the market.Key...
Read More
Sep 17, 2024
Key TakeawaysPatient education is vital for safe and effective compounded medications.Verify a pharmacy's accreditation to ensure regulatory compliance.Ask about safety practices, sterility measures, and batch testing procedures.Trust in the training and certifications of pharmacists for quality assurance.Choose reputable compounding...
Read More
Sep 10, 2024
Key TakeawaysCompounding pharmacies create custom medications for older adults.Individualized dosing reduces drug interaction risks.Compounding offers easier dosage options for those who struggle with pills.Compounded medications can eliminate unnecessary ingredients.Compounding pharmacies help ensure access to necessary treatments despite...
Read More
Sep 2, 2024
Yes, Ozempic can cause heartburn in patients. However, it is fairly rare and usually related to other issues that are arising from the use of Ozempic or semaglutide. Clinical trials showed that only around 2% of patients experienced heartburn as a side effect from taking Ozempic or semaglutide. The possible side effect is most likely a symptom of...
Read More
