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Would you believe … a triamterene shortage
Talk about shocked and surprised. I was at the pharmacy today to pick up a couple of prescriptions and was told that the generic form of Dyazide (a diuretic or so-called “water pill”) was on back order. It seems there’s a shortage of its two active ingredients, triamterene and hydrocholorothiazide. A shortage? Of a generic … Continue reading
Medicare: it’s better than nothing
I am extremely fortunate to be as healthy as I am at my age, considering I’m a champion couch potato and computer addict. My health care consists primarily of semi-annual doctor check-ups, some routine annual tests, and a fistful of prescriptions (knock wood). It’s that last part that really has me po’d right now. Medicare … Continue reading
Polypill no panacea
My son called me when the story broke. “Hey, Mom, have you heard? There’s a new pill that can cut your risk of heart disease and stroke by 80%! It’s a combination of drugs … “ If only it were that simple. I shudder to think how many people out there, far less educated than … Continue reading
$4 generic prescriptions: a bargain or just sleight of hand?
Wal-Mart started it. The $4 generic prescription deal. Saves hundreds of dollars for millions of patients. Or does it? Recently my supermarket pharmacy joined the $4 prescription parade so I’m finally going to get an up-close look at all the hoopla. Until now, convenience has trumped price shopping, and I haven’t been willing to drive … Continue reading
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