Clear Answers to Your Medication Questions So You Can Take Your Medicine Safely
Q: What’s the difference between an underarm antiperspirant and a deodorant? In 1984, the Gillette Company launched one of the most successful advertising campaigns ever created, making its Dry Idea® antiperspirant a household name. Using popular celebrities including a fashion designer, actress, comedian and NFL football head coach, each advertisement featured an individual who shared …
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Q: How much Vitamin E should I take? Is natural Vitamin E any better than synthetic? Vitamin E is a fat soluble vitamin that works as an antioxidant. An antioxidant helps protect your cells from damage by compounds called free radicals, which are produced by your body during metabolism. It was hoped that Vitamin E’s …
Q: My doctor gave me a prescription for Vitamin D that I’ve taken once a week for the past few months. Now my doctor’s office called and said that I didn’t need another refill, but to continue taking it as a supplement. How much should I take? Vitamin D plays an important role in maintaining …
Dr. Achey graduated from Washington State University’s school of pharmacy in 1979, and completed her Doctor of Pharmacy from Idaho State University in 1994.