Strive Pharmacy believes proper planning helps women understand how to stop taking birth control pills safely. Ultimately, this can be done at any time, whenever you are ready.  What happens if you stop taking birth control? In addition to possibly getting...

If you don’t get prescriptions filled too often, you may have questions about the process. Do you have to pick up your medication right away? Can you have a family member pick it up for you? Whether you want to know how long a pharmacy will hold your prescription or...

When you pick up your prescriptions at your local pharmacy, you may think your pharmacist has an easy job. The truth is, pharmacists work in the medical field just like doctors and nurses, so they have an essential job to do. What exactly does a pharmacist do? Find...

What is psoriasis, and what causes it? Psoriasis is a common but chronic skin disease. Psoriasis is an autoimmune disease that causes a rapid buildup of cells on the skin’s surface.  Typically, it takes about a month for the cells on your skin to shed and be...

Did you know that the largest human organ is the skin? It makes up about 16 percent of your body mass and protects your body from germs, pollution, and UV rays. It soaks in vitamin D, stores fat and water, regulates your body temperature, and takes in sensory input,...

Anyone who owns a pet knows that they quickly become a part of the family, and you’d do just about anything to help them when they are injured or sick. So when your pet is ill, you may be wondering how compounded medication works for pets. What Is a Compounding...

What is erectile dysfunction? Erectile dysfunction (ED) is when a man is unable to keep an erection to have sex. Also called impotence, ED can be characterized by difficulty getting or keeping an erection or by a lowered desire for sex. Though people typically...

Compound Medication Cost and Insurance Coverage As a unique, personalized approach to healthcare, compounded medications are the perfect solution for anyone who needs something more than a one-size-fits-all remedy. It’s no wonder countless doctors and patients are...

Do You Need a Prescription Acne Medication? Acne is a problem that can plague people of all ages—not just teenagers. While acne is not life-threatening, it can be uncomfortable and even painful. Plus, since acne commonly occurs on the face, it can be embarrassing and...

We all know that getting to and maintaining a healthy weight is good for us—it reduces the risk of chronic diseases, such as diabetes and hypertension. Staying slim also helps us feel more confident and comfortable in our own skin. Unfortunately, the reality is that...