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Druggist For The People
Donald Schoeff R.Ph.
78 episodes
3 months ago
Send us a text Summary: I received a question about the possible therapeutic pharmacologic benefits of Nicotine, specifically the idea of cutting the Nicotine Patch for help with energy, autoimmune issues, and weight loss. Answering this question lead into a discussion of new drugs that may emerge from anecdotal evidence. In this case, how certain elements of Nicotine’s activity might lead to the development of new drugs with neuroprotective and anti-inflammatory effects, wi...
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Send us a text Summary: I received a question about the possible therapeutic pharmacologic benefits of Nicotine, specifically the idea of cutting the Nicotine Patch for help with energy, autoimmune issues, and weight loss. Answering this question lead into a discussion of new drugs that may emerge from anecdotal evidence. In this case, how certain elements of Nicotine’s activity might lead to the development of new drugs with neuroprotective and anti-inflammatory effects, wi...
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Druggist For The People
Thoughts, Feelings, Food, Drugs and Your Holiday Chemistry
Send us a text Summary: The chemistry of your mind and body are almost always changed by the medications you take. But there is more to it than that. These changes are changing, in response to both your medications and in response to your thoughts, feelings, food, exercise, and sleep. About the medications, we focus on the benefit you might receive, and the possible risks associated with a potential drug therapy. And we keep track of it. This is always a go...
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4 months ago
18 minutes

Druggist For The People
The Patient is a Person - Removing Healthcare Prejudice (Bias)
Send us a text Summary: Preconceived notions within healthcare professionals about what another person might be, before we have a direct, open and genuine interaction with them, can derail the best treatment for that person. To provide the best treatment, efforts to effectively communicate continue by healthcare; but the person – the patient – must also make efforts to express themselves openly and honestly regarding their healthcare. Shared decision making: this episo...
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5 months ago
23 minutes

Druggist For The People
An Orange & Red Bloodsucker (with six legs) – Bedbugs!
Send us a text Summary: Why have bedbugs reemerged? What to do if bitten? And how to manage and prevent possible bedbug infestation. Topics: · Sleep Tight 01:30 · Bedbugs 02:00 · DDT 03:45 · Antihistamine, Topical Steroid Tx 06:15 · DDT & Auto-Immune Disease? 06:45 · DDT Risk Benefit (Africa) 08:15 · ...
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5 months ago
15 minutes

Druggist For The People
Meds and Good People in a Disaster Zone: Hurricane Helene
Send us a text Summary: This episode recounts the experience of Hurricane Helene in North Carolina, from its arrival to the continued recovery. Being smart about what's fact or fiction, being there for your neighbors, and being prepared for a potential disaster (which we were not) are discussed here. Also discussed is a possible cure for the stress in this situation...go help someone. Questions and comments to druggistforthepeople@gmail.com
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6 months ago
23 minutes

Druggist For The People
Filling a Prescription – Why Is This Taking So Long?
Send us a text Summary: What’s happening on the other side of the prescription counter? Probably more than you think. Safety and appropriateness of the drug regimen is an ongoing process, and it may slow down the speed with which you get your medication, but it’s essential in making sure the drug is safe and efficacious. The importance of being a good teammate in your own healthcare is what this, and all episodes, is aboutl. Topics: · &n...
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7 months ago
16 minutes

Druggist For The People
Money, Money, Money…and Medications
Send us a text Summary: Paying $75,000 dollars for a car because you want to have a back massage between home and work is one thing, but to face exorbitant costs because you want to live a healthy and longer life is a tough pill to swallow. Discussion of the risks and benefits of any medication with your healthcare provider is essential, and the costs of that therapy should be included in that conversation. Topics: · Most Common Med Indicatio...
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7 months ago
19 minutes

Druggist For The People
neffy® nasal spray– emergency epi without a needle
Send us a text Summary: neffy® nasal spray received fast track approval from the FDA on August 9, 2024 for the emergency treatment of type I allergic reactions, including anaphylaxis, in adult and pediatric patients who weight at least 66 pounds. This may be a gamechanger in that it provides emergency epinephrine treatment for anaphylaxis without needles. But, as with all medications, correct use and monitoring is necessary. Topics · Fa...
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8 months ago
23 minutes

Druggist For The People
Opill Update – It’s Out There Now
Send us a text Summary: Previous podcasts (July 2023) have covered The Pill and the newly approved, progestin only, OTC oral contraceptive – the Opill. The Opill is on the shelves and available online now. This episode provides a brief overview. For more detailed information about the Opill, consider listening to the July 2023 podcast: Opill – the OTC Pill. Topics: · Opill-Antibiotics Interaction (Rifampin) 02:00 · &n...
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8 months ago
16 minutes

Druggist For The People
Body and Mind and Being Kind – Another Drug
Send us a text Summary: There are more ways to change your chemistry than taking drugs. Kindness. Being helpful, generous, and considerate – without expecting anything in return – has positive effects upon both the body and mind. But here’s the rub: you must be kind without expecting anything in return. So don’t be kind to be healthy…simply be kind. It’s all easier said than done. This episode also addresses the need for kindness in healthcare, ...
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8 months ago
15 minutes

Druggist For The People
Chemical Restraints
Send us a text Summary: Chemical and Physical Restraints are frightening terms, and yet the use of one or the other is sometimes necessary. This episode discusses the appropriate use of chemical restraints to treat agitation, as well as what may be the inappropriate use of medications to chemically restrain a person. Topics: · Agitation 02:00 · Danger to Self/Others 02:30 · AMA 02:50 ·  ...
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9 months ago
20 minutes

Druggist For The People
The Prescription Cascade
Send us a text Summary: To get the maximum benefit and minimize the risks of your meds, stay involved. Monitor, journal and communicate with your healthcare team to make sure your meds include only those that you actually need. Avoid the Prescription Cascade. Topics: * Polypharmacy 01:15 * Prescription Cascade 0410 *Therapeutic Duplication 06:00 * Monitor, Journal & Communicate 07:15 * Cause & Effect 07:50 * Communicate Changes Between MD's 10:00 * Max Benefit &...
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9 months ago
12 minutes

Druggist For The People
Pill Dysphagia, Sister Hildegard and Candy...It Can Be a Hard Pill to Swallow
Send us a text Summary: If it’s a hard pill to swallow, you’re not alone. In this episode we discuss why not to crush or break certain medications and possible techniques to help in overcoming pill dysphagia. As usual, consult your pharmacist. Topics: · Pill Dysphagia Definition 02:30 · Prevalence 04:30 · What Not to Crush and Why 05:40 · Drug Formulation Abbreviatio...
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9 months ago
25 minutes

Druggist For The People
Sunscreens, Sun blockers, Chemical Sunscreens and Physical Sunscreens–What's Up With That?
Send us a text Summary: SPF and Broad Spectrum Protection From UV Rays – A more detailed discussion of protecting your skin from the damaging effects of UVA and UVB radiation. Topics · Chemical &Physical Sunscreens 02:00 · UVB & UBA 03:00 · Skin Types 04:00 · Ozone 05:00 · EPA – Atmosphere Warnings 05:20 · Broad Spectrum Prot...
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10 months ago
20 minutes

Druggist For The People
SPF & Broad Spectrum Protection - Understanding Sunscreens - A Brief Discussion
Send us a text Summary: Just a little reminder about the negative (and positive) effects of Ultraviolet Radiation (both A & B), the options for managing those negative effects, and the drugs that may cause photosensitivity. Topics: · Out of Sight, Out of Mind 01:00 · UV Protection 01:30 · UBV & UVA Radiation 02:00 · Chemical Sunscreens 02:40 · Physica...
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10 months ago
9 minutes

Druggist For The People
Is My Generic Drug Actually Equivalent?
Send us a text Summary: This episode discusses what makes a generic drug equivalent to a brand name drug, according to the FDA, and why some variability is okay - and unavoidable. Also discussed is the importance of monitoring your response to the generic medication, use of Pill Identifiers, participating in the FDA Medwatch program, and utilizing your pharmacist for questions about generic substitutes, including the excipients that may be different from one manufactu...
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10 months ago
19 minutes

Druggist For The People
Vraylar – A ‘Lift’ for Treating Major Depression
Send us a text Summary: If you’re watching your TV, we’re seeing what you see: Drug Ads. In this episode, we take a look at Vraylar as an add-on to your current antidepressant. So bottom line, what is it, this Vraylar? Topics: · To Begin With: 00:45 988 is the Suicide and Crisis Hotline, offering 24/7 call, text and chat access to trained crisis counselors who can help people experiencing suicidal, substance use, and/or menta...
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10 months ago
22 minutes

Druggist For The People
Proton Pump Inhibitors & Dementia
Send us a text Summary: The Proton Pump Inhibitors (PPI’s), which include Prilosec, Prevacid, Protonix, Aciphex, and Nexium, are a very effective group of drugs to treat heartburn and reflux, but as with every other drug, there might be side effects and adverse effects, both short and long-term. In this episode, we discuss the possible link between the long-term use of PPI’s and dementia, as reported in the press and medical journals. Topics: · &nbs...
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11 months ago
23 minutes

Druggist For The People
Poison Ivy - Facts, Fiction & Remedies (OTC & Rx)
Send us a text Summary: If you have poison ivy, can you spread it to someone else? If the poison ivy is dead, can you still have a reaction if you touch it? Where else can you get poison ivy, besides touching the plant? This episode addresses these questions, and in so doing, touches on the prevention and treatment of the contact dermatitis caused by poison ivy, poison oak, and poison sumac. Topics: · Urushiol Oil 01:50 · &n...
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11 months ago
17 minutes

Druggist For The People
Panic Attack Meds: Paxil, Prozac, Effexor XR, Xanax, Klonopin
Send us a text Summary: When the panic attack comes from what’s inside, where do you hide? It’s thought that a panic attack is physiologically very much like a flight or fright response, comparable to encountering a Grizzly bear on a trail. In this episode we discuss the current medications available for treating panic attacks and panic disorder and how these medications work. We also discuss other non-medication options such as psychotherapy (talk therapy), exer...
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11 months ago
28 minutes

Druggist For The People
Blood Thinners – Aspirin to Xarelto
Send us a text Summary: Blood clot formation and breakdown happens all the time. It’s when the body potentially forms clots where they aren’t needed (AFib) that we run into problems: strokes and heart attacks. In this episode we make the distinction between antiplatelet drugs and anticoagulants and their roles in preventing unwanted clots. How they work? Once again, we’re just tinkering with a natural process in our bodies. Topics: · &nbs...
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11 months ago
27 minutes

Druggist For The People
Send us a text Summary: I received a question about the possible therapeutic pharmacologic benefits of Nicotine, specifically the idea of cutting the Nicotine Patch for help with energy, autoimmune issues, and weight loss. Answering this question lead into a discussion of new drugs that may emerge from anecdotal evidence. In this case, how certain elements of Nicotine’s activity might lead to the development of new drugs with neuroprotective and anti-inflammatory effects, wi...