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Recommended Immunizations for Seniors

Published on August 6, 2012 by in Ask The Pharmacist, Vaccines

It is approaching that time of year again – flu season.  Flu season can begin as early as October and in some years, continue into May.  So now is a good time to readdress the importance of the influenza vaccine, and while we’re at it, discuss all the vaccines that are recommended by the Centers

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About Miki Finnin, Pharm. D., BCPS, CGP

Dr. Finnin is a Board Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist and Certified Geriatric Pharmacist, licensed in Oklahoma and Minnesota, and the founder and owner of Medication Advisors.

 
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Over-the-Counter Products: Safe or Not Safe?

Published on February 8, 2012 by in Ask The Pharmacist, Over-The-Counter Products

How do over-the-counter (OTC) products get to be sold over-the-counter? What makes one product suitable to be sold to the general population without a doctor’s prescription but not another? Many folks will say that it must be due to the safety of the product, and I would respond with “Yes, but not entirely!” OTC medications

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About Miki Finnin, Pharm. D., BCPS, CGP

Dr. Finnin is a Board Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist and Certified Geriatric Pharmacist, licensed in Oklahoma and Minnesota, and the founder and owner of Medication Advisors.

 
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Medication-Related Problems: Is your loved one at risk?

Published on February 5, 2012 by in Ask The Pharmacist, General

Medication-related problems (MRP) are of significant concern in the senior population.  Did you know that 1/3 of all seniors experience a MRP in their lifetime and that if these problems were to be actually classified as a ‘disease’ they would be ranked as the #5 cause of death in the U.S.?  Just astounding numbers!  And

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About Miki Finnin, Pharm. D., BCPS, CGP

Dr. Finnin is a Board Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist and Certified Geriatric Pharmacist, licensed in Oklahoma and Minnesota, and the founder and owner of Medication Advisors.

 
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