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Can I get a tattoo if I am on certain medications or have certain medication conditions?
Katie Mahan2023-02-25T09:56:06-08:00Ask The Pharmacist|
QUESTION: Can I get a tattoo if I am on certain medications or have certain medication conditions? ANSWER: Depends on the medication! You should always let your tattoo artist know which medications you are taking if you think there is a potential concern or are unsure. Below I provided certain [...]
Should I take glucosamine and chondroitin for my joints?
Katie Mahan2023-02-25T10:44:06-08:00Ask The Pharmacist|
Question: Should I take glucosamine and chondroitin for my joints? Answer: Glucosamine and chondroitin used for arthritis may provide pain relief but there is no strong evidence for helping damaged joints. The effectiveness of glucosamine and chondroitin is still controversial, and It is up to you to determine if the [...]
Is there a link between Benadryl® and dementia risk?
Katie Mahan2023-02-25T10:45:14-08:00Ask The Pharmacist|
Question: Is there a link between Benadryl® and dementia risk? Answer: Benadryl® blocks the actions of a chemical called acetylcholine in the nervous system, which has diverse actions depending on the site. In the brain, acetylcholine is involved in learning and memory. Older adults may be more sensitive to Benadryl’s® [...]
Why Should I Take Vitamins?
Katie Mahan2023-02-25T10:48:33-08:00Ask The Pharmacist|
Question: Why should I take vitamins? Answer: People tend to take vitamins for one or two reasons: They have a vitamin deficiency (their body has too little of the vitamin) They are taking it to prevent or avoid a health condition The most common groups of people with specific vitamin [...]
How can I manage cold sores?
Katie Mahan2023-02-25T10:49:35-08:00Ask The Pharmacist|
Question: How can I manage my cold sores? Answer: Ideally it's best to prevent an outbreak before it starts by understanding and avoiding triggers. If an outbreak can't be prevented there are some over-the-counter and prescription products that can help lessen the severity and length of outbreaks. Reducing Spread: During [...]
Can I give my pet CBD?
Katie Mahan2023-02-25T10:50:38-08:00Ask The Pharmacist|
Question: Can I give my pet CBD? Answer: The short answer is yes, so long as it is specifically formulated for pets. However there are certain considerations to be aware of which we've explained in more detail below. If you would like to order CBD for your pet or have [...]
Travel Health Consult: The Smart Way to Travel in the 2020s
Katie Mahan2026-08-27T14:11:27-07:00Ask The Pharmacist, Blog|
As 2020 rounds second base, we are collectively examining what life will look like in the age of the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond. While there are many uncertainties about the future of the pandemic, our united focus on public health and keeping each other well is encouraging and inspiring. This [...]
Aging Gracefully: Important Considerations for How Medications Change as We Age
Katie Mahan2026-08-27T14:11:27-07:00Ask The Pharmacist, Blog|
Aging is a beautiful part of life. Most humans strive to age and to do so gracefully. With advances in science, medicine, and our overall understanding of the human body, older adults have many tools to use to live long, healthy lives. These tools are, however, are not fool proof. [...]
CBD Products: Are They Worth the Risks?
Katie Mahan2023-02-25T11:09:47-08:00Ask The Pharmacist|
CBD Products are becoming more widely available in retail stores throughout Washington State. There are many theoretical uses for CBD products, but it is difficult to know if they work for these different purposes. Additionally, as CBD comes from Cannabis plants, there is significant concern over the legality of the [...]
What is “Deprescribing?” Does this mean my healthcare provider wants me to stop my medication?
Katie Mahan2023-02-25T11:12:20-08:00Ask The Pharmacist, Uncategorized|
Question: What is “Deprescribing?” Why does my healthcare provider want me to stop by medication? When you think of a pharmacist, what first comes to mind? Is it learning about a new medication? Is it asking for advice about which over-the-counter medicine you should use? You may be surprised when [...]




