Motion sickness is a common and inconvenient malady. Pharmacists can assist patients by counseling them on the proper use of pharmacologic agents commonly used to prevent and treat this condition and any adverse effects associated with the use of these agents. Nonpharmacologic approaches to managing this condition are also discussed.

Drugs metabolized by CYP2C19 often have other pathways. An individual's genetic makeup may alter the activity of CYP2C19; it also is involved in important drug interactions.

Proper reaction to near misses is essential in preventing medication errors, and this column features useful advice on developing systembased, error-reduction strategies.

With prescription drugs becoming the new "gateway" substances for youth in the United States, pharmacists must educate patients about the risk of prescription drug abuse when they do not properly dispose of their medications.

When a foreign company ships prescription medications to the United States for repackaging and resale, how do FDA regulations apply?

Third-year pharmacy student Leigh Anderson exemplifies the criteria of the RESPy Award with her dedication to making a difference through her community service projects and professional leadership activities.

Studies show that counseling improves patient care and therapeutic outcomes, helping patients to become well informed about the proper use of their medications; several tips for pharmacists are outlined here.

Urinary tract infections are more common in women, and it is the pharmacist's role to implement and manage the antimicrobial treatment, providing counseling on dosing, administration, duration of therapy, and adverse effects.

Many recent news items have raised questions regarding the quality of the pharmaceutical supply; solving this will be a challenge, but suggestions are presented here.