Pretty: But what can she do?

If an introduction such as the one below preceded an encounter with a certain woman, who would you think of first?

INTRODUCTION:

A dainty rebel, using her extraordinary knowledge, skills, and abilities (i.e. Registered Health Information Management Administrator & Registered ||licensed & certified|| Pharmacy Technician) to synergize healthcare research, teaching, and writing projects.

*****ATTENTION: Physicians, physical therapists, occupational therapists, pharmacy managers, nurse practitioners, mental health professionals.  Contact her for medical billing & coding, ICD-10-CM, CPR, HIPAA Privacy CEU's, and pharmacy projects.*****
Let's get acquainted. CLICK HERE!

 

Brand vs. Generic Drugs

Many of us use generic drugs, in effort to save money.  The Food & Drug Administration (FDA) determines which generic drugs can be dispensed in place of brand name drugs.  But what happens when the brand is unavailable? What if no generic drug is available to replace the brand name drug that was prescribed?

Usually, pharmacists would call the prescribing physician and suggest alternatives; as a military pharmacy technician, I've had to do this on many occasions, in the past.  Well, in some states, pharmacists are legally permitted to change prescriptions to a completely different drug, but within the same drug category.  

As long as there is a justifiable, documented explanation for the change (including review of the patient's medical history), I don't see a problem with it.

Think about how this information makes you feel.  Meanwhile, always take advantage of the opportunity to speak with a pharmacist about your prescriptions.

Also, remember to come back to see me, soon.  Thanks for stopping by!!!

Articles, Books, & Teaching

FINALLY!  I get somewhat of a break!  Since my wonderful, first book signing on February 11th, I have been busy, busy, busy!  After celebrating with my new favorite, chocolate wine, I have since finished up my articles for Ebony News Today, taught a pharmacy technician program and practicing as a pharmacy technician every day of the week.  So, it's good to get a few moments to myself yesterday and today.

My next book signing is scheduled for next month, some time...

Meanwhile, my latest medical article is entitled, "Sickle Cell Set Back."  Click the title above (Articles, Books, & Teaching) to peruse it ;-)

 

Ms. Pepper, in the classroom, again...

I, Ms. Pepper, thoroughly enjoyed teaching a segment of Pharmaceutical Calculations, today! Loved it, Loved it, Loved it =) Will write another article on pharmacy regulation tomorrow =)

Did I mention that I Loved it?!