AboutDr. Tara Kompare, Pharm.D. Expertise I am a Doctor of Pharmacy and I am available to answer a variety of questions related to children's health and medicine ranging from the treatment of colic and cradle cap to allergies and acne. I am also the creator of the website "The Medicine Mom" at www.themedicinemom.com. Parents can e-mail me questions, read my monthly articles, and enjoy a laugh at "The Funny Farm."
Experience I am a Doctor of Pharmacy and mother of two wonderful girls. I work in a busy outpatient pharmacy clinic where I have the unique opportunity to counsel every patient that comes to my window.
Publications:
1)Drug Topics, Feb. 2006: "Why a Kiddie Corner Makes Sense"
2)Pharmacy Times,Date TBA, "How to Help Parents Cope with Colic
Education:
Bachelor of Science, Old Dominion University 1997
Doctor of Pharmacy, Virginia Commonwealth University 2002
Question My 7yr old sometimes gets dry skin around her nose. What moisturizer can I use? I used my moisturizer and then she got white bumps on her nose. Is there a children's facial soap that I can also use?
Answer Hi Tammi,
You could try using Aquanil cleanser for her face. It is a hypoallergenic soap frequently used in kids with conditions such as eczema. For moisture, you can try Cerave cream at night just on the affected areas. Both are available over the counter.
Hope this helps!
Best,
Dr. Tara Kompare, Pharm.D
www.themedicinemom.com
