Dear Pharmacist,
I have arthritis and wonder what you think of
glucosamine and chondroitin. As a diabetic, is it safe
for me to take this supplement along with my insulin?
K.L., Lake City, Florida
ANSWER: Glucosamine is found in the body naturally, and is
essential for the maintenance of tendons, cartilage, blood vessels,
heart valves and other parts [...]

Published 1/31/09

Dear Pharmacist,

My mother just passed away and when I cleaned up her home, I found 48 bottles of medication! Her pharmacy would not take them back, nor dispose of them. I was told that I can’t flush them or throw them away in the trash either. What on Earth are people supposed to do [...]

Published 1-24-09

Dear Pharmacist,

I’ve had dandruff for years and it’s so embarrassing. I’ve tried everything, but I think you’re smart so I want your advice. Can you help me? I’m fed up to my head and shoulders! – S.J.  Toms, River, New Jersey

Answer: Okay, funny man, I got that but don’t quit your day job just [...]

Ok, I am 46 years old, and have finally figured out my wife, for that matter, maybe all women.

My wife, Suzy has always rationalized buying more new clothes by telling me that she has nothing to match her new shoes, her belt or the new fluorescent green blouse that was on sale. I’m [...]

The other day I was giving “unasked” for advice to my 16 year old girl. I originally started offering my advice to her when she about 2. That’s right, 2 years old. You want to know what it consisted of at that time?
“Rachel, there is a law in this country that says that you [...]

Published 1-10-09

Dear Pharmacist,

I read about the tragic death of John Travolta’s son, Jett.

It feels senseless to me and other members of my church. I think that it was his Scientology religion that kept him from medicating his child properly. Could you please tell these people to put their children first and follow doctors orders?

W.S., Birmingham, [...]

Published January 10, 2009

Do’s and Don’ts During Gestational Diabetes

Dear Pharmacist,

My wife is pregnant with our first child and was told she has gestational diabetes. We read your column in our local paper and we’re interested in any information you can tell us about the condition.

C.D., Gainesville, Florida

Answer: Gestational diabetes is a type of diabetes which [...]

Published 1-1-09

Dear Readers,

Last year, the FDA approved and launched many prescription (Rx) and over-the-counter (OTC) products that may help you or someone you know. Thank you for making this past year so  good with your terrific questions, sweet comments and support of my books. May good health shine upon you in 2009.

Love,

Suzy

Tapentadol (Rx, oral): This [...]