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I found a white oblong pill in an old purse. It is plain, no scoring but on one side is an E imprint. What is this pill?
Dear Bobbie,
After searching the databases, I found Excedrin to be a possible match. When there is only one letter to go by, it is usually an over-the-counter product of some kind. Prescription tablets have more of a unique set of identifiers.
Hope this helps!
Best,
Dr. Tara Kompare, Pharm.D.
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Dr. 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)
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