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US News & World Report • October 12, 2023

10 Best Cough Drops & Lozenges: Pharmacist Picks 2023

A cough is your body’s natural way of clearing your airways and throat. Coughing has many possible triggers, such as pollen and other allergens, smoking, certain medications or short-term respiratory tract infections, like the flu or common cold. Everyone coughs sometimes. Coughing leads to up to 30 million clinical visits per year, making it one of the most common medical complaints, according to the National Library of Medicine. An acute cough – a cough lasting less than three weeks – usually

Optum Perks • August 16, 2023

Cabergoline Coupons & Discount Card | Optum Perks

Cabergoline may cause mild or serious side effects. More common mild side effects of cabergoline and its serious side effects are listed below. This article doesn’t include all possible side effects of the drug. Side effects can vary based on your age, overall health, and any other medications you take. To learn more about cabergoline’s side effects, ask your doctor or pharmacist. You can also refer to the prescribing information for cabergoline listed in the “Resources” section. More common m

Formulary Watch • August 11, 2023

Study: Amjevita May Not Provide Much of a Discount

The price of Amjevita, the first Humira (adalimumab) biosimilar to reach the market, may not provide the level of cost savings it appears to, according to a recent report published in JAMA Network Open. Humira is a biologic medication indicated for a broad range of autoimmune conditions, such as rheumatoid arthritis, inflammatory bowel disease, and plaque psoriasis. Humira recently saw its 20-year market exclusivity come to an end. The first adalimumab biosimilar, Amgen’s Amjevita (adalimumab-a

Healthy Hearing • August 9, 2023

Caffeine and hearing loss

What the research says about caffeine, hearing loss and tinnitus Wondering how caffeine intake might affect your hearing, especially when it comes to hearing loss and tinnitus (ringing in the ears)? What about Meniere's disease? This isn't a heavily studied topic of research, and for the most part, it does not seem that caffeine intake plays a big role in hearing health overall. Caffeine is a natural stimulant found in coffee, tea and chocolate. It's also an added ingredient to energy drinks as

Verywell Health • August 9, 2023

Rybelsus vs. Ozempic: What's the Difference?

As a byproduct of increased marketing and a social media presence, more people are becoming interested in a class of prescription drugs known as glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) agonists, non-insulin type 2 diabetes medications that help to lower blood sugar and expedite weight loss. Some of the medicines in this group are very similar, such as Rybelsus (semaglutide) and Ozempic (semaglutide), making it difficult to know which one might be right for you. A healthcare provider can help you determ

Ro • August 8, 2023

How To Inject Wegovy: Tips To Take Wegovy From a Pharmacist

is a once-weekly injection healthcare providers can prescribe to help people with . The thought of injecting yourself can be intimidating, especially if you’ve never done it before, but there are ways to make the process quick and easy. Keep reading to learn more about Wegovy (semaglutide) and how to administer it safely and effectively. Wegovy is a brand-name prescription drug. It contains the active ingredient semaglutide. Wegovy belongs to a popular class of medications known as . To take W

Ro • August 8, 2023

Can Ozempic Cause Headaches?

is an injectable prescription medication that treats type 2 diabetes and can be prescribed off-label for . But like many medications, Ozempic can have possible side effects but is a headache one of them? The answer is, not directly. However, some of Ozempic’s known side effects can lead to headaches. Keep reading to learn more about headaches as a potential side effect of Ozempic and what to do about them. Ozempic is a brand-name prescription drug. It contains the active ingredient and belongs

Optum Perks • July 26, 2023

Warfarin Coupons & Discount Card | Optum Perks

Written by Patricia Weiser, PharmD Medically reviewed by Rosanna Sutherby, PharmD Updated on July 25, 2023 Warfarin (WAR far in) is a generic medication prescribed to help prevent blood clots. Warfarin belongs to a group of drugs called anticoagulants, commonly called blood thinners. Specifically, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved warfarin for use in adults to help: • prevent blood clots in the veins and lungs • prevent blood clots related to atrial fibrillation (a type of he

Drug Topics • July 6, 2023

How Well Does Disease-Modifying Therapy Work for Older Adults with MS?

Discontinuation of disease-modifying therapy leads to only minimally increased risk of disease progression in older adults with multiple sclerosis (MS), according to a recent study published in Lancet Neurology1. There is no known cure for MS, but numerous disease-modifying therapies (DMTs) are available that are proven to significantly reduce the risks of recurrent attacks and MRI changes associated with progressive disease. Onset and progression of MS occurs primarily in young and middle-aged

Verywell Health • July 5, 2023

Comparing Pregabalin vs. Gabapentin

Gabapentin and pregabalin are similar drugs but differ in several distinct ways. The main differences are their indications—specific uses that the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved them to treat—and their dosages. Gabapentin and pregabalin are FDA-approved to treat some of the same conditions, including postherpetic neuralgia in adults. Both drugs are also indicated to treat partial seizures in adults and certain children with epilepsy (a seizure disorder) when taken along with o

Verywell Health • June 6, 2023

The Role of Metformin in Treating Type 2 Diabetes

To lessen the impact type 2 diabetes may have on your or a loved one's quality of life, you may turn to a prescription drug regimen to control high blood sugar (glucose) levels. As such, your healthcare provider may recommend metformin, a prescription drug used to treat type 2 diabetes. It’s an oral medication that comes in several brand-name and generic versions. Metformin comes in immediate-release (IR) and extended-release (ER) forms. Metformin is prescribed to manage high blood sugar level

Verywell Health • May 22, 2023

Cold Sores: Identification, Treatment, & Prevention

Cold sores (fever blisters) can be a painful nuisance that often potentiates stress and embarrassment in daily life. And without treatment, cold sores can take up to 10 days to disappear. To make matters worse, there is no permanent cure for the herpes virus (the virus that causes cold sores). Instead, the available treatment options can help to heal cold sores faster and ease symptoms. Fortunately, various treatment choices are available in the United States to help manage cold sores. Optio

Healthline • April 19, 2023

Depakote: Dosage, Side Effects, Uses, and More

If you have bipolar disorder, epilepsy, or migraine, your doctor might suggest Depakote as a treatment option for you. It’s a prescription drug used to: • treat certain mood episodes (such as mania) in adults with bipolar disorder • treat certain kinds of seizures in adults and some children Depakote may be used as a short-term or long-term treatment. For more details about this drug’s uses, see the “What is Depakote used for?” section below. Depakote belongs to a group of medications called ant

Healthy Hearing • April 10, 2023

What to know about tinnitus and blood pressure medications

What to know about tinnitus and blood pressure drugs If you experience ringing in the ears, talk to your doctor When considering a new medication, it can be scary to read the list of potential risks and side effects. It can be especially concerning when a prescription drug that improves one condition ends up making another condition worse or introduces a new problem. You may be facing such a dilemma if you require treatment for high blood pressure (also known as hypertension) and are experiencin

Formulary Watch • April 4, 2023

Could Copay Assistance Narrow Health Inequities?

Many people are unable to afford healthcare and medication, which often results in individuals not filling or picking up their prescriptions. Around 25% of U.S. adults report that they or someone in their household have cut pills in half, skipped doses of medication, or have not filled a prescription due to cost concerns. These reports are more common among Black and Hispanic people and adults with lower incomes. Copay assistance programs from pharmaceutical manufacturers, such as free trial vo

Healthy Hearing • March 6, 2023

OTC hearings aids at a pharmacy near you: Two experts weigh in

In October 2022, the FDA’s ruling on over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aids went into effect, allowing the sale of hearing aids without a prescription. This ruling is intended to make hearing aids more accessible and affordable. Now that hearing aids are available over the counter, you may be thinking of trying them. But what if you need assistance selecting or adjusting OTC hearing aids? Can your pharmacist help? As with other OTC products, pharmacists can help you compare the features of differ

Medical News Today • December 12, 2022

Dementia: Using hearing aids, cochlear implant may reduce risk by 19%

Using hearing aids could help reduce cognitive decline in the long term, according to new research. Erin Brant/Stocksy • Age-related hearing loss Is one of the most common conditions affecting older adults. • Several studies have found an association between hearing loss and the risk of developing dementia. • Hearing aids and cochlear implants can restore hearing and improve overall well-being. • A new analysis has found that, for people with hearing loss, wearing their hearing aid or having a c

Medical News Today • November 17, 2022

Overeating and obesity: How curbing 'protein hunger' may help

• Researchers investigated the link between protein consumption and caloric intake. • They found a link between lower protein consumption and higher caloric intake from fats and carbohydrates, which may increase obesity risk. • They concluded that consumers, industry, and the government should prioritize reducing the intake of highly processed foods and increasing whole food intake. Obesity is linked to some of the leading causes of , including heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes, and cancer

Ro • November 11, 2022

Upneeq: Uses, Doses, and Side Effects

If one or both of your upper eyelids droop over your eye, people may sometimes think you’re falling asleep. While that may sometimes be the case, your droopy lids may signify a condition called ptosis. It’s often caused by genetics, aging, trauma, or various medical conditions. Until recently, surgery was one of the only options to correct drooping lids. Now, a new non-surgical treatment called Upneeq is available. Upneeq (oxymetazoline 0.1% ophthalmic solution) is a prescription eye drop avai

Verywell Health • October 25, 2022

Mytesi (Crofelemer) Oral: Uses, Effects, Interactions

Mytesi (crofelemer) is an antidiarrheal medication. More specifically, Mytesi is prescribed to relieve symptoms of noninfectious diarrhea in adults taking antiretroviral therapy (ART) for HIV/AIDS. This type of diarrhea is also known as HIV-related diarrhea. Mytesi works to regulate the amount of water in your digestive tract. Having less water in your digestive tract leads to less watery diarrhea. Mytesi comes as an oral tablet typically taken twice a day. What Is Mytesi Used For? The Foo

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