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 daughter is 8 years old and has a excessive amount of leg hair....she is very self concious over this and dosnt want to wear shirts or shorts...can you suggest any solutions...thanks so much
Answer Hi Tracey,
There are a variety of products that can be used for excess hair. At her young age, I do not suggest her trying to shave yet but, with your help, you could try some Nair lotion for Teens which is available in different scents like peach and kiwi. You only have to use it once every week or two which makes it easy on your daughter. The most common side effect is skin irritation so make sure she rinses well after using it.
Hope this helps!
Best,
Dr. Tara Kompare, Pharm.D.
www.themedicinemom.com
