Ask Your Pharmacist  Did you know that a pharmacist’s training
is intense? Today, pharmacists train for 5-8 years to become the
experts they are in medications, earning their Doctor of
Pharmacy (PharmD) degree in order to become a registered
pharmacist. Some in specialize in certain disease states. Next
time you pick up your prescriptions, take the time to talk to
your pharmacist about your medications. Here are routine
questions you can ask:  1.What is this medication for?  2.How
should I take this medication? (With/without food, etc.)  3.Are
there any precautions I should know about?  4.When should I
expect this medication to start working?  5.Are there any
possible interactions with my other medications I should be
concerned about?  6.What are the side effects of this
medication?  7.How should I store it?  8.Is there a generic
version? If so, is it ok to use that instead of the brand name?
9.What happens if I miss a dose?  10.Are there refills? How soon
can I get a refill?   Last Modified Date: November 2