One or more pharmacies are present in North Madison. A pharmacy, also known as a drugstore, is a commercial establishment that sells medicines, which can be both non-prescriptive or more specialized drugs needing a doctor's prescription. Most pharmacies in the country also sell additional products such as beauty and personal care products, chocolates, household and grocery products, and newspapers and magazines. These pharmacies have multiple brands with similar medication. There are trained personnel who can help dispense OTC drugs, as well as fill a doctor's prescription. Lowered prices and home delivery services may also be offered. The medication available can be for a wide variety of categories, such as antidepressants, antiretrovirals, cancer drugs, drugs for the heart, cholesterol, eye, and thyroid.
