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Keep Your Child Safe: Child-Proof Medicine Storage Solutions
Minh Luong, Pharm.D, MBA – December 6, 2025
Ensure your child's safety with effective child-proof medicine storage solutions. Learn essential tips to prevent accidents and keep medications secure at home.
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Quick Relief: Over-the-Counter Cough Syrup Guide
Minh Luong, Pharm.D, MBA – December 6, 2025
Find effective over-the-counter cough syrups and cold remedies to relieve your symptoms quickly. Get back to feeling your best with trusted solutions today!
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Antibiotics for Infections: What to Know, Types & Safety
Minh Luong, Pharm.D, MBA – December 5, 2025
Antibiotics are medications that fight bacterial infections by killing bacteria or stopping them from multiplying. Your doctor prescribes them when harmful bacteria cause illnesses like strep throat, urinary tract infections or certain skin infections. These medications save lives and prevent serious complications, but they only work against bacteria. They can't...
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Health Insurance And Prescriptions: How Coverage, Tiers Work
Minh Luong, Pharm.D, MBA – December 4, 2025
You picked a health plan. Then you went to fill your prescription and discovered it costs way more than you expected. Or worse, it's not covered at all. This happens because every health plan has its own list of covered drugs, pricing structures, and rules that can catch you off...
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12 Best Immunity Supplements to Buy at Your Local Pharmacy
Minh Luong, Pharm.D, MBA – December 3, 2025
You walk into your pharmacy looking for something to support your immune system. The shelves are packed with bottles claiming to boost immunity, fight off colds, and keep you healthy. But which ones actually work? Which doses make sense? And how do you choose between vitamin C, zinc, elderberry, and...
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Belvedere Square Vaccines: Quick and Convenient Flu Shots
Minh Luong, Pharm.D, MBA – December 3, 2025
Get your flu shot at Belvedere Square today! Our quick and convenient immunization clinic in Baltimore ensures you stay healthy and protected this season.
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Senior Prescriptions: How to Compare Plans and Save Money
Minh Luong, Pharm.D, MBA – December 2, 2025
Nearly 90% of older adults take prescription medications regularly. But here's the problem: many struggle to afford them. Between Medicare Part D premiums, deductibles, and copays, prescription costs add up fast. Some seniors skip doses or delay refills just to make their budget stretch. You have options to reduce what...
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Understanding Drug Interactions: What You Need to Know
Minh Luong, Pharm.D, MBA – December 2, 2025
Understanding Drug Interactions: What You Need to KnowUnderstanding Drug Interactions: What You Need to Know to Use Medications SafelyDrug interactions happen when one medication, supplement, or food changes how another works — either by altering its effect or its level in your body. Knowing how interactions happen helps you avoid...
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NAD: A New Ally in Weight Loss
Minh Luong, Pharm.D, MBA – December 2, 2025
NAD: A New Ally in Weight LossNAD+: Your New Ally for Weight Loss and Metabolic Health at Value DrugstoreNAD+ (nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide) is a core cellular coenzyme that powers energy production and helps regulate metabolic signaling — making it a promising focus for people working on weight loss and overall...
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Medications for Joint Pain: 8 Options, Risks & When to Use
Minh Luong, Pharm.D, MBA – December 1, 2025
Joint pain can turn simple tasks into major challenges. When every step hurts or your hands ache after basic activities, you need relief that actually works. But the pharmacy aisle and your doctor's prescription pad offer dozens of options, each with different strengths, risks, and price tags. Which medication should...
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Managing Weight with Hormone Replacement Therapy
Minh Luong, Pharm.D, MBA – December 1, 2025
Learn how Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) at Value Drugstore can help manage weight and balance hormones. Get personalized, affordable HRT options for better metabolism and overall health.
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Explore Our Personalized Compounded Products
Minh Luong, Pharm.D, MBA – December 1, 2025
Discover personalized compounded products at Value Drugstore. We provide affordable, custom-made medications designed to fit your unique health needs with quality you can trust.
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Your Guide to Recommended Health Check-ups by Age
Minh Luong, Pharm.D, MBA – December 1, 2025
Stay on top of your health at every stage of life. Value Drugstore guides you through recommended check-ups by age to support your long-term wellness.
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Weight Loss Pills: Rx Vs OTC, Who Qualifies & How to Get
Minh Luong, Pharm.D, MBA – November 30, 2025
Weight loss pills are medications or supplements designed to help you lose weight by reducing appetite, blocking fat absorption, or increasing calorie burn. Some require a prescription from your doctor while others you can buy over the counter. The prescription options like semaglutide and tirzepatide have shown significant results in...
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Antihistamines: H1 vs H2, OTC Options, Uses & Side Effects
Minh Luong, Pharm.D, MBA – November 29, 2025
When your body encounters something it thinks is harmful (like pollen or pet dander), it releases a chemical called histamine. This substance triggers your familiar allergy symptoms: sneezing, itchy eyes, runny nose, and hives. Antihistamines work by blocking histamine's effects on your cells, stopping or reducing these uncomfortable reactions. They...
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Boost Your Immunity This Winter: Simple Habits for Staying Healthy
Minh Luong, Pharm.D, MBA – November 29, 2025
Stay Well This Winter: Practical Tips to Boost Immunity and Prevent Illness Winter brings more respiratory viruses and drier indoor air, which can raise the chances of colds, flu, and irritated skin. This guide gives clear, evidence-informed steps you can use right away to feel better and stay healthy. We...
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USP Verified Supplements List (2025): Brands + How to Check
Minh Luong, Pharm.D, MBA – November 28, 2025
Walk into any pharmacy or supplement aisle and you'll face hundreds of bottles making bold promises. But which ones actually contain what they claim? Which brands test their products properly? You want supplements that work and won't waste your money or risk your health. The USP Verified Mark cuts through...
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Antidepressants: What They Are, Types, Uses, Side Effects
Minh Luong, Pharm.D, MBA – November 27, 2025
Antidepressants are medications that help balance chemicals in your brain to improve mood and reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety. Your doctor prescribes them when mental health symptoms interfere with daily life, work, relationships, or overall wellbeing. These medications can make a real difference for people struggling with persistent sadness,...
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Cholesterol: What You Need to Know for Heart Health
Minh Luong, Pharm.D, MBA – November 27, 2025
Learn about cholesterol, heart health, and lifestyle tips. Get trusted supplements and products at Value Drugstore.
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Recommended Adult Immunization Schedule
Minh Luong, Pharm.D, MBA – November 27, 2025
Value Drugstore makes staying up to date on adult vaccines easy. Our pharmacists follow the CDC’s recommended schedule to offer flu, COVID-19, shingles, Tdap, and more—right here in your neighborhood.
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Guide to Essential Vitamins for Optimal Health
Minh Luong, Pharm.D, MBA – November 26, 2025
Discover the essential vitamins your body needs for optimal health. Learn what each vitamin does, how to get enough daily nutrients, and shop trusted supplements at Value Drugstore for better wellness.
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Cold vs. Flu: When to See a Doctor
Minh Luong, Pharm.D, MBA – November 26, 2025
Cold vs. flu? Compare symptoms, know when to seek care, and get affordable remedies at Value Drugstore in Belvedere Square, Baltimore 21212.
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What Is Weight Loss Medication? Rx Vs OTC, GLP-1s, Costs
Minh Luong, Pharm.D, MBA – November 26, 2025
Weight loss medication refers to drugs that help you lose weight by changing how your body processes food or manages hunger signals. Some reduce your appetite, others keep you feeling full longer, and some prevent your body from absorbing dietary fat. These medications come in two main forms: prescription drugs...
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Diabetes Medication: Types, Brands, Side Effects & Costs
Minh Luong, Pharm.D, MBA – November 25, 2025
Diabetes medication helps control blood sugar levels in people with type 2 diabetes when lifestyle changes alone don't do enough. These drugs work in different ways. Some help your body use insulin better. Others trigger your pancreas to make more insulin or help your kidneys remove excess sugar through urine....
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Find Your Go-To Spot: 8 Best Pharmacies in North Baltimore in 2025
Minh Luong, Pharm.D, MBA – November 24, 2025
You need a drugstore now. Maybe you're picking up a prescription after work, getting a flu shot before the holidays, or grabbing over the counter meds for a sick kid. You don't have time to call around or drive to three different pharmacies hoping one is open and has what...
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