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Vol 2 #23 Dec 31, 2006
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Content:

1. Publisher’s Comments
2. Article

Publisher’s Comments

Today's article about medications is extremely important. It comes from John Boden's Life Ledger Newsletter. I thought I'd include his article as the last one for this year given its importance.
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OK, loyal fans, here is another program that has potential. I wanted to close out '06 with not only another freebie but one that has some serious potential.

Click on:

http://www.taketheinternetback.com/index.php?refId=22941

and check it out. To the best of my ability to discern crack pot programs from real progrmas with real potential, this is one with real potential. It is not only free but they deposit $10 into your account when you join.

Look it over and, as always, decide for yourself. Getting paid to be an owner is a good thing. Yes, you have to read the above site to understand what I just wrote.
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This is a short newsletter on purpose. I want you celebrating the new year and not reading my babble.

Have a great year and if you celebrate the entry of '07 at your favorite alcoholic dispensing location, please don't drink and drive. I want you back.

HAPPY NEW YEAR!
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2.  Article

 Are medications helping the problem, or are they causing the problem?

A new study shows that an amazing majority, (2 out of 3) of those over 65 are taking at least one inappropriate medication. The more medications you take, the greater the chance you will have a problem and when the number reaches10 or more, there are probably at least 2 of them causing a problem

With all the news today about Medicare part D, we are more worried about paying for medications than the medications themselves. Please, get the cart before the horse. Medication errors will hurt you a lot more than the cost, but of course, if you end up taking fewer medications your cost will be less.

If you are older than the age of 65 and answer yes to any of the questions below, you should seriously consider getting advice from a consulting pharmacist.

  • Do you currently take five or more medications?
  • Do you take 12 or more medication doses each day?
  • Are you currently taking medications for three or more medical problems?
  • Does more than one physician prescribe medications for you?
  • Do you get your prescriptions filled at more than one pharmacy?
  • Do you suffer side effects as a result of any of your medications?

The list below are some of the medications that present far more risk than others and require greater attention to details.

  • carbamazepine
  • lithium
  • phenytoin
  • warfarin or Coumadin
  • digoxin or Lanoxin or Lanoxicaps
  • phenobarbital
  • procainamide
  • theopylline or Theo-dur

If you, or someone you know, may be at risk due to polypharmacy please talk to the doctor, the pharmacist, or contact a Consulting Pharmacist. 

Warning: Always seek the advice of your pharmacist and/or physician before making any changes to your medication regimen.


Until next issue,

Tom Koziol

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