Baxter Pharmacy is here to help you with any questions you may have. Here are few tips from our pharmacist to aid you with some common needs.

Preventions for cold and flu

Cold and Flu season is here. Proper hygiene is the best prevention against exposure. Wash hands frequently. Always cough or sneeze into the inside of you elbow. Avoid "sick areas" if at all possible (Family members, co-workers, or friends that are sick or exposed to illness.

 

 

Traveling with medicine

Traveling with medicine requires special consideration. Always travel with medicine in properly labeled containers. Never mix multiple medications in one container. Take the proper amount of medicine with you when traveling. The recommended amount is enough for the trip plus 2 or 3 days worth (in case of layover or delay). Leave a sufficient amount of medicine at home in case the luggage or travel bag is lost or left behind. Proper handling of medicine is important when traveling. If medicine requires refrigeration, use an insulated travel case. Avoid extreme temperature fluctuations by keeping your medicine in a carry-on bag. Always travel with a list of your medicines, what medicine are being used for, your doctors name & phone number, and your pharmacy name and phone number.

 

Knowing your medicine

Always be familiar with name (s) of your medication. Try to know what individual medicine is being used for. Know what the side effects are of the medication and what foods or drinks should be avoided while taking them. Know if your medicine makes you more susceptible to the outside elements like sun, heat or cold.

 

 

Special consideration for older adults and medicine

As we get older, the number of medicines typically increases, for one reason or another. Confusion regarding the individual medicine is not uncommon. Most of the confusion can be avoided by maintaining good communication with your doctor and pharmacists. Side effects between different medicines can be managed with the proper knowledge and help form your healthcare professionals. The use of multiple doctors or pharmacies (without proper referrals) is not recommended because of the increase of unwanted or dangerous side effects or interactions. The body's response to medicine changes as we age, so necessary adjustments are warranted in many cases. Compliance with medicine regimens is crucial as the number of different medicines increases. Forgetfulness is a common problem, but can be reduced with counseling, training and if necessary, special packaging or medication planners.

 

Children and medicine

Children and medication require special handling. A common problem with children is stopping the medicine too soon if the child is feeling better or because of the child's refusal to take the medicine. Special flavoring can be used to aid in "disguising" the medicine for better compliance. At Baxter Pharmacy, you don't have to rely on getting a ride or worry about not being able to take your medication. We offer prescription delivery straight to your home! Better yet, free prescription delivery is available in the Quincy area! Call us for more details.

 

Taking more medicine than prescribed

This is not only dangerous, but in many cases can be deadly, so it is very in=important to take medicine as prescribed and to always consult your pharmacist or doctor with any questions. We provide wound assessment and staging with individualized care planning for all of your wound-care supplies. We also offer an array of products to ensure your wound-care will fit your every need.

 

 

Storing medicine

Always keep medicines organized in an convenient location. Most medicine does NOT need to be refrigerated and should not be kept there for convenience because of excess moister. Medicine should also not be kept in the bathroom "medicine cabinet" or kitchen counter near the sink for the same reason. The bedroom or other living area is the best place to keep your medication. Medicine requiring refrigeration should be kept in a separate container or plastic box in one area of the refrigerator and labeled to avoid any confusion.

 

911 & poison control

Always call 911 for an emergency and have the poison control telephone number close by. The number is 1-800-222-1222

 

 

 

 

Taking medicine properly

All medication can only benefit you is you take according to your doctor or pharmacist orders.

 

 

 

 

The importance of medication check-ups

When a new medication is prescribed, always consult your pharmacist to learn of any interactions and side effects.