Combining vitamin C and Anti-malarial Drugs

vitamin C and anti-malarial drugs

There are so many debates about combining anti-malarial drugs and vitamin C. Different researches have proven that combining both vitamin C and anti-malarial drugs might actually be harmful in the treatment of malaria. It has also been observed that taking vitamin A-rich fruits such as grapefruit, oranges with artesunate, and amodiaquine can cause a reduction … Read more

Can I take Ketoconazole and Itraconazole together?

Ketoconazole and Itraconazole together

Ketoconazole and Itraconazole are both inhibitors of ergosterol synthesis, thereby stopping cell membrane formation in the fungi. Therefore, giving two drugs, such as ketoconazole and itraconazole together, is not beneficial to a patient. This is because they have the same mechanism of action. Itraconazole is a triazole antifungal agent. It has activities against dermatophytes, yeasts, … Read more

The Pharmacy Profession: courses, opportunities and duties

pharmacist profession

The Pharmacy profession focuses on the discovery, identification, isolation, synthesis, and formulation of biologically active substances for medical uses. Pharmacists are also taxed with providing drug-related information such as safe and effective use of drugs to patients. The pharmacist’s role encompasses the compounding, preservation, dispensing, and proper control of the distribution of medical drugs. Pharmacists … Read more