New Hope for Lowering the Risk of Dementia

Just this week, I was asked by a colleague to comment on a fairly technical article, and I was struck by the exact wording used in its opening question: Are cardioprotective glucose-lowering agents associated with reduced risk of dementia? I spend a fair bit of time reviewing and replying to questions and requests from our […]

A Pharmacist’s Guide to Ozempic and Weight Management

Ozempic (semaglutide) has become one of the most talked-about drugs in recent memory, not just in endocrinology circles, but across dinner tables, in TikTok feeds, and celebrity interviews. What started as a diabetes treatment has transformed into a pop culture phenomenon, thanks to its effectiveness in weight management. But as demand has skyrocketed, so have […]

Arcoxia: A Targeted Approach to Safer Pain Management

Pain management has long relied on non-selective nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen (Advil), naproxen (Naprosyn), aspirin (Cartia / Micropirin), and diclofenac (Voltaren, Betaren), but these medications often come with significant gastrointestinal (GI) risks. Arcoxia (generic name: etoricoxib) offers an alternative by selectively inhibiting COX-2 enzymes, reducing pain and inflammation while sparing the stomach lining. […]

Prescription for Laughter: Top Pharmacist Jokes to Brighten Your Day

In honor of National Pharmacist Day this January, we’ve put together some PG over-the-counter humor to brighten your day. January 12 is a day to honor the incredible work pharmacists do daily across the U.S. and beyond! Pharmacists play a critical role in patient care and often do it with humor to lighten the day’s […]

A Comprehensive Guide to Huntington’s Disease

Introduction to Huntington’s Disease Huntington’s disease is a progressive genetic condition that leads to the deterioration of nerve cells in the brain. This condition significantly impacts movement, cognition, and emotion, making it a difficult journey for those diagnosed and their families. Understanding Huntington’s disease is crucial to better support those affected and prepare for the […]

Tips to prevent medication mishaps

As pharmacists, ensuring our patients understand proper medication use is part of our DNA. We empower them to manage their medications effectively once they leave our pharmacy. This drives our efforts to make sure that the essentials of the drug’s usage, like dosage, times of use, signs of adverse effects, and all the many other […]

Introducing Tri-Mix for Erectile Dysfunction Treatment

People have become more aware of and comfortable with the idea of switching from pre-packaged medications to compounded medications when this is recommended by their doctor. This patient-driven demand has allowed us to expand the range of treatments we can offer with compounded medications. Our new compounded combination Tri-mix treats erectile dysfunction in a unique […]

Men’s Health: Addressing the “M Word” (Manopause)

I have been looking forward to the latest installment in the series of articles published in the Jerusalem Post by their contributor, Andrea Samuels. Her series titled “Menopause Diaries” deals with her experience transitioning into menopause. With her permission, we republished the first article in the series at the end of February 2024, along with […]

Fielding questions relating to menopause

One of the subjects that draws frequent questions from our customers and that land on my desk as the senior pharmacist here at IsraelPharm is how best to manage the onset of menopause and how to live with it forever more. It’s understandable that lots of questions relating to menopause crop up because, after all, […]

Why do doctors prescribe a brand-name drug when there are cheaper generics?

I have worked for nearly 30 years in retail pharmacy and have been asked many questions by customers. One of the most frequent themes of these queries relates to choosing between brand-name drugs and their generics. Most queries concern the substantial price differences between buying brand-name drugs and generics. People often ask me, “Why do […]