Ever wonder what pharmacists do exactly? Many people see pharmacists stand behind a counter filling prescriptions and assume that’s all they do, but this is not true. They do a lot more than this. Here are some things that every Pharmacist wants you to know about them.  

1. We’re looking out for you – Every time you visit us, we make sure that the medication you’re buying is safe and appropriate for your needs. Moreover, we make sure that you’re getting the right drug. To be assured, our staff may ask a series of questions from you and may ask for your identity.

2. We’re not ignoring you by keeping our heads down. Typically, we don’t do this. However, there are times when we don’t respond to your queries instantly. This happens when we are too busy and even the smallest distraction can cause major mistakes. If you have any questions, try stopping by at the pharmacy during the less-busy hours. Give it a try. We’re happy to help.

3. We get frustrated with insurance companies, too. We want to make sure you get the Medications you need. This can get challenging when insurance companies don’t cover certain medications. If you want to get a discount on your expensive medications, we suggest you bring free prescription discount cards at the pharmacy. These free Rx cards help you avail discount up to 80% on your medicines.  

4. We can help you determine the best next step. Many people come to pharmacies who’re not sure whether they need to seek urgent care or not.  We can help you figure out which medical professional you should see to manage certain health challenges.

5. We can’t diagnose a condition, but we know medications inside-out. We leave the diagnosing to the doctors, and other medical professionals, but once you have a diagnosis, we are happy to give you medications as recommended by your healthcare providers.  

So, the next time you see a pharmacist, consider us a resource in a healthcare system. You’ll be glad you did.