WHY A PHARMACIST
MEDICATION & SUPPLEMENT EXPERT
Supplements are not regulated by the FDA which means they are not required to demonstrate efficacy, safety or purity before going to market. Furthermore, supplements may contain ingredients not included on the label.
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Supplements can also interact with other medications (prescription, over-the-counter, other supplements, etc.), food or alcohol causing the medications to be ineffective or unsafe.
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Pharmacists are the medication & supplement experts. We are highly trained to help you navigate the confusing world of supplements ensuring they are appropriate and safe for you, will not interfere with your other medications and do not contain hidden ingredients.
A ROLE TO PLAY IN MENTAL HEALTH
According to "Athletes for Hope," 33% of college students have mental health conditions. Among that group, 30% of non-athletes seek help compared with only 10% of athletes seeking help demonstrating a gap in the care for athletes. Pharmacists are equipped to screen and refer for mental health conditions as well as provide non-medication options and optimize medications with a diagnosis.
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Additionally, mental health medications are prone to side effects and interactions and this can impact an athlete's training, performance in the classroom and their sport and their willingness to take this medication. Meraki will work with you to find what works best providing you with an individualized plan.
GOAL IS TO EDUCATE AND EMPOWER PEOPLE TO MANAGE MEDICATIONS AND SUPPLEMENTS
From my research, experience as an athlete & coach, as well as current clients/patients, I have come to find that many people do not understand what they are taking, why they are taking it and/or how they should be taking it. Meraki will ensure that you know:
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WHAT medications/supplements you are taking
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HOW each medication/supplement works
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WHY you are taking each medication/supplement
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WHEN/HOW you should be taking or discontinuing your medications & supplements in collaboration with your prescriber
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Meraki's goal is to educate people and empower them to make great decisions with medications/supplements as well as overall health during your specific stage of life and thereafter. The individualized knowledge listed above will accomplish this goal while optimizing performance or health (whatever your goal may be) as well as equipping you for life.
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