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Pharmacy

Pharmacy is an essential aspect of healthcare that involves the preparation, dispensing, and management of medications. At CHOC, our pharmacy team is dedicated to providing safe and effective medication therapy for our patients. Our pharmacists work closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure that each patient receives the appropriate medication at the right dose and time.

Learn more about Pharmacy at choc.org

Pharmacy Resources from CHOC

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What parents should know about melatonin

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What parents should know about over-the-counter naloxone (Narcan) nasal spray

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Los adolescentes y el vapeo: lo que los padres deben saber

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Teens and vaping: What parents should know

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What parents need to know about marijuana  

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What parents should know about fentanyl

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Misusing prescription stimulants: What parents should know

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Acetaminophen vs. ibuprofen: A guide for parents

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Pharmacy delivery brings medications, peace of mind to CHOC families

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What do psychiatric medications do?

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A pharmacist’s guide to safe and proper medication disposal

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Budding pianist gives back to CHOC through piano recital

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Ask a CHOC Doc: How do I properly use a spacer with my handheld inhaler?

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Ask a CHOC Doc: Can I Use a Kitchen Spoon to Measure Medicine?

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I’m a Pharmacist. Here’s What I Want you to Know about Mental Health

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Ask a CHOC Doc: Where Should I Store My Child’s Medications?

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How Important Is It To Finish An Entire Course of Antibiotics?

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Ask a CHOC doc: How can I properly dispose of old prescriptions?

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Ask a CHOC Doc: Is it OK to Cut Pills, or Crush Them into Foods?

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What is a Clinical Trial?

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5 Things You Didn’t Know About Being a Pharmacist

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Know the Dangers of Food and Drug Interactions

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Is It a Cold, Sinus Infection or Allergies?

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Getting your Little Patient to Follow Medication Directions

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Antibiotics Aren’t Always the Answer

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Maximizing your Relationship with your Pharmacist

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Debunking Myths on Over-the-Counter Medication Safety

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Lice Removal Tips in Time for Back to School Season

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Summer Safety: What’s in Sunscreen?

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Choosing the Right Over-the-Counter Medicine for your Child’s Allergies

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Halloween Safety: Remind Kids That Medicine is Not Candy

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CHOC Pharmacy’s Med-to-Bed – One Less Thing Before You Go

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Medication Safety in the Home

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