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Understanding IUDs: Effectiveness, Side effects, Advantages & more
By pocketpills: December 16, 2019
Understanding IUDs: Effectiveness, Side effects, Advantages & more
Intrauterine Devices are an excellent choice if you’re interested in conceiving sometime in the distant future, or if you prefer an effective “hands-off” solution that allows you to have control…
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Answered: Do IUDs Make You Gain Weight?
By pocketpills: December 6, 2019
Answered: Do IUDs Make You Gain Weight?
When deciding which method of birth control is best for you, there are many factors to consider, including the cost, efficacy, ease of use, etc. In spite of all the…
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Is the IUD Procedure Painful?
By pocketpills: December 3, 2019
Is the IUD Procedure Painful?
Intrauterine devices (IUDs) are a safe and effective contraceptive option that has gained a lot of traction over the last few years. This form of birth control provides long-lasting and…
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Is the Birth Control Patch (Evra) Safe?
By pocketpills: November 25, 2019
Is the Birth Control Patch (Evra) Safe?
When it comes to birth control methods, it’s fundamental to understand that safety has always been a topic of concern. From pills to surgery, all contraceptive methods have side…
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All about the Birth Control Patch
By pocketpills: November 25, 2019
All about the Birth Control Patch
Thanks to healthcare advancements, there are several birth control methods and practices available for use. A relatively new contraceptive method that has shown promising results is the contraceptive patch. Let’s…
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Understanding the Cost of Your Prescription
By pocketpills: November 14, 2019
Understanding the Cost of Your Prescription
What is a Dispensing Fee? A dispensing fee is the fee that a pharmacy charges to fill a prescription medication. If a pharmacy charges a $10 dispensing fee and you…
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How to Choose the Right Birth Control Pill?
By pocketpills: October 9, 2019
How to Choose the Right Birth Control Pill?
Studies have shown that birth control pills are 99.7% effective in preventing pregnancy if taken as prescribed. Among the different birth control options available, if you’re thinking of going ahead…
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How Modern Pharmacy Saves Employers Money
Private healthcare costs are on the rise. In Canada, they are rising by about 10% – 15% a year. And, perhaps not surprisingly, drugs costs make up a large chunk…
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5 Easy Ways Caregivers can Care for Themselves
Becoming a caregiver for a loved one is a huge decision. Being able to care for and help family in a time when they need it is a no-brainer for…
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4 Benefits of an Automated Pharmacy
By pocketpills: April 2, 2019
4 Benefits of an Automated Pharmacy
Think about your last trip to the pharmacy… Did you stroll in, hand over your prescription and leave five minutes later? Or, did you show up, drop off your prescription,…
