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National HIV Testing Day

Today, in honor of National HIV Testing Day, The Druggist encourages you to get tested for HIV. HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) is the virus that causes AIDS. The only way to know if you have HIV is to get tested. Many people with HIV don’t have any symptoms. In...

Drug of the Week (Combivir)

Generic Name:(lamivudine and zidovudine) Combivir is an antiviral medication containing a combination of lamivudine and zidovudine. These medicines belong to a group of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) medicines called reverse transcriptase inhibitors. Combivir...

Drug of the Week (Myrbetriq)

     Generic Name: Mirabegron Myrbetriq (mirabegron) reduces muscle spasms of the bladder and urinary tract. Myrbetriq is used to treat overactive bladder with symptoms of frequent or urgent urination and urinary incontinence. Myrbetriq may also be used for purposes...

Drug of the Week (Ativan)

Generic Name: Lorazepam Ativan (lorazepam) is in a group of drugs called benzodiazepines (ben-zoe-dye-AZE-eh-peens). It affects chemicals in the brain that may become unbalanced and cause anxiety. Ativan is used to treat anxiety disorders. Ativan may also be used for...

Drug of the Week (Mobic)

Generic Name: Meloxicam Mobic (meloxicam) is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). Meloxicam works by reducing hormones that cause inflammation and pain in the body. Mobic is used to treat pain or inflammation caused by osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis...

Drug of the Week (SIlenor)

Generic Name: Doxepin Doxepin is used for Treating insomnia (trouble sleeping) in patients who have trouble staying asleep. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor. Doxepin is a sleep medicine. Exactly how it works is not known. It is...