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April 24, 2021 is DEA National Prescription Drug Takeback Day
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April 24, 2021 is DEA National Prescription Drug Takeback Day

April 24, 2021 is DEA National Prescription Drug Takeback Day and at OctariusRx we recognize and support the DEA’s efforts to provide education on the potential for abuse of medications. According to the DEA, in addition to education, Takeback Day is an opportunity to provide a safe, convenient, and responsible means of disposing of prescription drugs.

The Vaccines Facts Versus Fiction Quiz
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The Vaccines Facts Versus Fiction Quiz

The COVID vaccine facts versus fiction quiz is our attempt at clarifying some of the misinformation that is continuing to lead to vaccine hesitancy. Have you ever heard someone say they got the flu from the vaccine? How about not getting vaccinated against COVID19 because of fear of DNA alterations? In this post we will look at some of the ongoing misconceptions while also testing your knowledge.

Are Expired Medications Still Good?
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Are Expired Medications Still Good?

Are Expired Medications Still Good? As a consultant pharmacist, I get asked this question almost daily. Whether it’s from a patient at home, someone at a nursing facility or an ambulatory surgery center, we all encounter expired medications. Can you still use them? Should you replace them? How should you handle expired medications?