This Week on PeoplesPharmacy.com:

Listen To Our Podcast: 726 Generic Drug Controversy

Generic drugs are supposed to be identical to their brand-name counterparts, but they are much cheaper. That's why so many insurance companies and HMOs insist upon their use. Reports have been cropping up that suggest not all generic drugs meet...
http://www.peoplespharmacy.com/archives/free_podcast/726_generic_drug_controversy.php

MoM for Acne on Bottom

Q. Please put the question of whether milk of magnesia works on acne to rest. I had developed such severe acne on my buttocks that my dermatologist said, “Well, no one sees your behind.”A daily application of MoM after my...
http://www.peoplespharmacy.com/archives/herb_home_remedy_qa/mom_for_acne_on_bottom.php

Gin-Soaked Golden Raisins Contain Sulfites

Q. Caution to the sulfite sensitive! My parents swear by gin-soaked raisins for arthritis. I tried them and after about a week I did notice an increased range of motion. But more importantly, they also triggered a migraine.A web search...
http://www.peoplespharmacy.com/archives/herb_home_remedy_qa/ginsoaked_golden_raisins_contain_sulfites.php

Noxzema Helped Seborrheic Dermatitis

Q. My dermatologist prescribed both a gel and a cream for seborrheic dermatitis, but neither worked. Then I happened to clean my face with Noxzema, although I had not used it for 50 years.The seborrheic dermatitis has gone away. I...
http://www.peoplespharmacy.com/archives/pharmacy_qa/noxzema_helped_seborrheic_dermatitis.php

Finding Time to Talk with the Pharmacist

Q. Where can I get a complete evaluation of the medicines I am taking? There are several with similar side effects, one being nausea. The drug store doesn’t have the time.A. Many pharmacists are extremely busy these days, but talking...
http://www.peoplespharmacy.com/archives/pharmacy_qa/finding_time_to_talk_with_the_pharmacist.php

Looking for Relief from Depression

Q. Ever since I retired a few years ago, I have been suffering from low-level depression. I work hard to keep it hidden from friends and family, but it’s getting worse.There are so many things I want to do but...
http://www.peoplespharmacy.com/archives/pharmacy_qa/looking_for_relief_from_depression.php

Don't Feel Foolish About Your Feet

How do you feel about your feet? If you’re like most people, you’re just as happy to keep your socks and shoes on so nobody else can see or smell them.Warm weather means sandal time. But some folks are too...
http://www.peoplespharmacy.com/archives/editorial/dont_feel_foolish_about_your_feet.php

Pricey Sex Pills Result in Disappointment

Q. My wife and I are active healthy seniors, but we would like to add zest to our slowed-down and lagging sex lives. Initially I spoke with our family doctor who prescribed Viagra, Cialis and Levitra.Viagra provided excellent results the...
http://www.peoplespharmacy.com/archives/herb_home_remedy_qa/pricey_sex_pills_result_in_disappointment.php

Hot Chili Cream Eases Chigger Itch

Q. I have a suggestion for the itching from chiggers. I had 38 bites and was miserable! In desperation, I tried Zostrix, figuring burning would be better than itching.This was a complete success. One application got rid of all the...
http://www.peoplespharmacy.com/archives/pharmacy_qa/hot_chili_cream_eases_chigger_itch.php

Interview with Katherine Eban

Listen to an extended interview with Katherine Eban, investigative journalist specializing in health care. Eban appeared on our June 6 program, 726 Generic Drug Controversy....
http://www.peoplespharmacy.com/archives/audio_files/interview_with_katherine_eban.php

Interview with Thomas J. Moore

Listen to an extended interview with Thomas J. Moore, senior scientist at the Institute for Safe Medication Practices. Moore appeared on our June 6 program, 726 Generic Drug Controversy....
http://www.peoplespharmacy.com/archives/audio_files/interview_with_thomas_j_moore.php

Interview With Kathleen Jaeger

Listen to an extended interview with Kathleen Jaeger, president and CEO of the Generic Pharmaceutical Association. Jaeger appeared on our June 6 program, 726 Generic Drug Controversy....
http://www.peoplespharmacy.com/archives/audio_files/interview_with_kathleen_jaeger.php