Alexandria Apothecary Archive channels the spirit of Alexandria’s ancient scholars to deliver clear, evidence-based information on modern pharmaceuticals. We create accessible, research-backed guides to medications, diseases, and supplements to help patients, caregivers, and professionals make informed, health-smart decisions.
Our mission is to translate the best available medical evidence into practical, plain-language guidance you can trust. We focus on accuracy, clarity, and clinical relevance—so you can understand benefits, risks, and real-world use of medications and therapies.
Easy-to-understand monographs that cover uses, dosing, side effects, contraindications, monitoring, and special populations (such as pediatrics, geriatrics, pregnancy, and lactation). Each guide emphasizes safe administration and what to discuss with a clinician.
Concise, clinically informed summaries of common and chronic conditions, including diagnostic basics, first-line therapies, lifestyle measures, red-flag symptoms, and when to seek urgent care.
Evidence-based profiles of vitamins, minerals, botanicals, and other supplements with known benefits, risks, quality considerations, and interaction potentials with prescription and over-the-counter medicines.
Structured comparisons of treatment options within a class, and interaction highlights to help you recognize clinically significant combinations and avoid preventable harm.
Content is reviewed on a rolling schedule and updated when significant new evidence, guideline changes, safety alerts, or regulatory actions emerge.
We synthesize information from peer-reviewed journals, clinical guidelines, drug labels, pharmacology references, and authoritative health organizations. When data conflict, we present the range of findings and explain the prevailing clinical practice while noting uncertainties. Safety information is prioritized when evidence is limited.
Alexandria Apothecary Archive is a United States-based health information resource created for patients, caregivers, students, and professionals seeking concise, reliable medication and health guidance.
Alexandria Apothecary Archive is owned and operated by Dorian Salkett. We strive for editorial independence and transparency. Any potential conflicts of interest are disclosed within relevant content when applicable.
We aim to make our content readable and usable for all. We welcome suggestions to improve clarity, cultural sensitivity, and accessibility for people with diverse needs and backgrounds.
We respect your privacy and collect only the information necessary to operate and improve our services. We do not provide individualized medical advice via email. Do not share personal health information you wish to keep private.
We value constructive feedback. If you find an error, have a suggestion, or want to request a topic, please contact us. Substantive corrections are documented and integrated into updated content after editorial review.
We collaborate with clinicians, educators, and institutions that share our commitment to evidence-based, patient-centered information. For media inquiries or partnership proposals, please reach out via email.
Owner: Dorian Salkett
Address: 450 10th St, San Francisco, CA 94103, United States
Email: [email protected]
We typically respond to inquiries within a reasonable timeframe. For urgent medical concerns, contact a healthcare professional or emergency services.
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