[NPInfo] Re: "Energy Drinks"

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Marty, I seldom post anymore, but we went to school together...@ my last 2  
positions, in addition to specifically asking about OTC's, herbal supplements  
& giving specific examples, yes, I do specifically ask about energy drinks.  
Young people, students, & interestingly enough sanitation workers are big  
consumers. And then taught them about all the latter & potential s/e's,  & also 
those who during these fall/winter months start popping 2 extra  strength 
Tylenol vs their 1 regular 325 (we then do the math for 24  hours difference as an 
example) & or taking the combination OTC &  still taking one of the combo otc 
med (i.e., tylenol, etc.,) I tell them pick  one, the combo otc or the 
individual otcs, but not both! 
 
Also, how many people still believe they have to have a Rx to ask the  
pharmacist a questions about any meds, otcs, I tell them that what the pharm is  
there for & he will physically come out & help you w any questions,  
concerns,etc., 
 
And when dealing with the opposite clients that have money, do you know how  
many grams of caffeine are in a Starbucks frapp & how many people get extra  
shots? 
 
Cynthia Ann Privitera, APN, BC




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