Axtell Pharmacy & Compounding Center

Tossing and turning. Checking the clock. Watching everyone else in the house sleep peacefully. If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Insomnia affects roughly one in three adults and becomes more common with age. Stress, chronic pain, certain medications, and unpredictable work schedules are some of the biggest culprits. When those late-night awakenings hit, many are tempted to reach straight for a sleep aid. But before grabbing a medication, it’s worth taking a step back

During my time as a fourth-year pharmacy intern at Axtell Community Pharmacy in Pilot Point, I’ve quickly learned that one of the most common questions patients ask is whether they should use ibuprofen or acetaminophen for their symptoms. Although both medications are widely used and easy to find, they each serve different purposes. Knowing when to choose one over the other can make a big difference in how well your symptoms are managed and how safely you’re using them. Ibupr

Spring Allergies Are in the Air: How to Find Relief     As a pharmacy intern completing my April–May rotation at Axtell Pharmacy,...

As summer sun fades to fall fun, the winds shift and the weather slowly cools to signal the end of one season and the beginning of a new...

In today’s world, an opioid epidemic exists. This crisis has emerged as one of the most critical public health concerns, affecting...

Ozempic is all the rage today. Along with Wegovy and Mounjaro it is being gobbled up by anyone who has weight issues or diabetes. The...

This is the first of hopefully many posts that will show up here. I will have a couple of collaborators so look for several opinions to...