by Jarrett Edison | Oct 8, 2026 | Medicine Matters
Flu season is coming… and we’d rather see you at Jones Drug for a flu shot rather than the flu has you feeling miserable. Every year, influenza sends plenty of people to the couch and sometimes to the doctor or hospital. While the flu shot can’t promise... by Jarrett Edison | Oct 6, 2026 | Medicine Matters
Two common over-the-counter allergy medicines are Zyrtec® (cetirizine) and Allegra® (fexofenadine). Both can help with symptoms like sneezing, runny nose, itchy eyes, and that constant allergy drainage. For some patients, our pharmacists recommend alternating between... by Jarrett Edison | Oct 5, 2026 | Medicine Matters
Cold and flu season is here, and for some of our neighbors, a little extra caution can make a big difference. If you have a weakened immune system, common seasonal illnesses such as influenza, COVID-19, RSV, and other respiratory infections may be harder on your body... by Jarrett Edison | Oct 2, 2026 | Medicine Matters
We get this question more often than you might think! And the answer is… Nope. In fact, we haven’t sold Blue & Gold Sausage in about 10 years. But somehow, this question has survived longer than some medications stay on the market. We honestly love that so many... by Jarrett Edison | Sep 11, 2026 | Medicine Matters
If we recommend something at the counter, it’s not just about adding another product to your bag. It’s because we think there’s a good reason for it. For some patients, taking a probiotic during a course of antibiotics is one of those recommendations. Antibiotics are... by Jarrett Edison | Sep 8, 2026 | Medicine Matters
Acetaminophen is one of the most common medications on our shelves, and one of the easiest to accidentally double up on. The problem usually isn’t someone ignoring the label. It’s someone reading three different labels, following all three correctly, and never...