AboutDr. Tara Kompare, Pharm.D. Expertise I can answer a broad range of questions related to community pharmacy practice. My particular
interests include childrens` health and safe medication use for seniors. As the mother of two small children, I am quite knowledgable on many parenting issues from how to handle
a baby with colic to how to get kids to take their medicine. With regards to medication use in seniors, I can answer questions about adverse effects, drugs to generally avoid
in that population, and disease management issues.
Experience I entered the world of pharmacy as a technician for approximately six years. I then went on to receive my Doctor of Pharmacy degree and now work for the Federal Government as an outpatient pharmacist.
Publications Drug Topics Feb.2006 edition ("Why a Kiddie Corner Makes Sense"),
I also recently submitted an article to Pharmacy Times entitled "How to Help Parents Cope With Colic" which is scheduled for publication in the near future.
Education/Credentials B.S. Biology (Old Dominion University 1997)
Pharm.D.(Virginia Commonwealth University 2002)
Question I'm a healthy 59 year old with a mild ear infection taking AMOX-CLAV 875MG twice a day. Experiencing mild-moderate diarrhea. Can I take something over-the-counter to reduce these symptoms?
Answer Hi Kent,
Diarrhea is, unfortunately, a common side effect from Augmentin. I always counsel my patients to eat lots of yogurt(w/ live cultures) while on antibiotic therapy. If you are not a fan of yogurt, you can take some Lactobacillus acidophilus capsules. L. acidophilus helps protect the GI tract and you can find it in the over-the-counter herbal section. If you go this route, try to purchase one with a USP seal of approval on the bottle.
The dose will be on the bottle (it varies).
Good luck and I hope you feel better soon!
Best,
Dr. Tara Kompare, Pharm.D.
www.themedicinemom.com
