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Article: From the pharmacy.(Januvia, Lipitor, Rozerem)
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- The Saturday Evening Post
- Article date:
- January 1, 2007
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Editor's Note: Pharmacists are an integral, and sometimes untapped, part of the healthcare maintenance team. If you have a question about medications, write to: Cara Acklin, Pharm.D.; From the Pharmacy; 1100 Waterway Blvd.; Indianapolis, IN 46202.
[X] A Different Kind of Sleeping Pill: Rozerem (generic name: ramelteon) is a new option for people who have trouble falling, but not staying, asleep. The first-of-its-kind prescription drug targets melatonin receptors in the part of the brain that help regulate the body's sleep and wake cycle. Clinical testing shows that Rozerem can be taken occasionally or for months at a time with no risk of dependence or abuse. ...