Synjardy is a drug used to treat type 2 diabetes. It combines two proven complementary diabetes medicines: empagliflozin (Jardiance) and metformin. Empagliflozin (Jadiance) is a SGLT2 inhibitor, a relatively new category of drugs used to remove excess sugar from the
Unfortunately, drug prices in 2017 have continued to increase – and more than the increase in wages. A few months ago, there was a lot of controversy and outrage concerning the lifesaving EpiPen. Over the past seven years, the price has
How often do you go into a room and forget why you went there in the first place? As we age our memory recollection declines and we begin to notice more and more memory lapses. This can refer to small
The thyroid gland controls all the metabolic processes in the body through the hormones it produces. Thyroid disease occurs when either the thyroid gland is either underactive or overactive. Diagnosing and treating Thyroid disease is relatively simple, giving the sufferer
Headaches are annoying, inconvenient and painful – but migraines are that much worse. Let’s explore the differences are between headaches and migraines and how we can help soothe them. Treating migraines with prescription medication might be the only way
Christmas and the New Year are fast approaching; the time of year when our diets go completely out the window, and quite possibly, our exercise too. But don’t worry – with a few simple changes, you can enjoy the festivities
Canada might congratulate themselves on fair and low-cost drug prices but Israel goes further to help their citizens. Check out what happens when you compare Canada vs Israel drug prices. If you think Canada is cheaper than USA then you’ll
Overactive bladder (OAB) can be a very awkward and distressing problem, impacting your life in various ways and preventing you from doing what you enjoy for fear of embarrassment in social situations. We have had many customers ask us about
Here is a list of the top ten prescription drugs in the US in 2016. The results might surprise you. 10. Norvasc (amlodipine) – treats high blood pressure Norvasc, a calcium channel blocker, widens blood vessels allowing for better blood
It’s been all over the news and so it should be! Epipen prices in the US are beyond ridiculous. At IsraelPharm.com you can buy a 2 pack of branded Epipens for only $176, compared to in the US where they
In the US, people over 60 years old constitute 30% of all prescription drug takers. This is despite the fact that they only make up 15% of the US population. That’s a lot of medication. The lack of awareness about
Drug prices in the USA are still rising. Why? Why is the US the only country that can’t control their drug prices? There are many theories out there….. here is what we have to say and it’s largely about drug
Medical cannabis approval is spreading throughout states in the US and it’s having a big impact on the rate of prescription drug abuse, overdoses and deaths. Surprised? You might think we would be surprised or even outraged but we’re not.
Last week we introduced you to the idea of using mushrooms as a medicinal dietary supplement, just like other vitamin and dietary supplements found in health food stores. At IsraelPharm.com we often get asked about purchasing different dietary supplements alongside
Medicinal mushrooms supplements are the new super supplement and are making big waves in the nutraceutical market. When you think of mushrooms you might think of delicious cuisine or even illegal drugs. What definitely does not come to mind when you
You may have seen your local county advertise about their drug take back programs where you can dispose safely of unwanted and unused prescription drugs. There was a big national drive in the US on 30th April but these take
We have a new customer service representative called Linda and she has some insights to share with you all! First up, Linda is a pharmacist. She was born in Pittsburgh, she attended Temple U. School of Pharmacy and did graduate work
The FDA are concerned about the kind of advertising taking place when it comes to prescription medication and more general over the counter drugs – they should be worried and so should we. Advertising drugs is a serious business. Big
We are online pharmacists and we are aware of the concerns that many people face when ordering prescription medication online, especially if it’s from abroad and for the first time. Here’s a pharmacist’s perspective on filling your prescription online.
Some of our top selling prescription drugs relate to the chronic condition of asthma. Asthma is incredibly common and prescription drugs like Ventolin are needed daily, sometimes multiple times every day, to control the ability to breathe well. Ventolin is
