Mississauga Pharmacy Blogs
Beginner’s Guide to Compression Socks
We’re sure you have heard about compression socks before. But maybe you don’t quite understand what they do and why you might need a pair yourself. For many individuals out there, compression socks are a great solution to helping them get through their daily lives....
Side Effects Of Wearing Compression Stockings
While compression socks can be the perfect solution for certain ailments, the elephant in the room should be addressed. This is the part people usually gloss over, since wearing compression socks can have a lot of benefits. You might be wondering why, if they’re so...
Can Compression Socks Be Too Tight?
Compression socks can help keep your legs from getting tired or achy and will ease swelling in your feet and ankles. They are very effective and can also help prevent and treat spider and varicose veins, but many people complain about the tightness aspect and feel...
Compounding Non-Addictive Medications for Safer Pain Management
Most people deal with some form of pain, and this can affect the way you live because it can restrict your daily activities. Ignoring your pain is never the answer, and it’s a must that you address this issue by finding the right medications. A lot of people are...
Compounded Bioidentical Hormones (cBHRT) are at Risk!
The FDA is planning to ban compounded bioidentical hormones (cBHRT). They have made the announcement just a few hours after the National Academy of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine (NASEM) released their own report citing the “clinical utility” of cBHRT. Because...
Easy Ways To Increase Your Daily Water Intake
Water is an essential component of life. Our bodies are made up of over 70% water and help our bodies perform essential life functions. Water is a component in blood flow, joint health, digestion, temperature regulation, and so much more. The chances are, you are...
Alcohol And Medication: A Deadly Cocktail?
Drinking alcohol while you are on medication can be dangerous and can lead to a number of issues, including addiction and other harmful side effects. Nausea, vomiting, drowsiness, fatigue, dizziness, headaches, fainting, blood pressure changes and loss of coordination...
Four Signs You Are Vitamin Deficient-and How to Address Each
A nutritious diet is very important because it is crucial to your overall health. A diet that is lacking in nutrients is very problematic and can lead to a number of unpleasant symptoms, so you need to address these deficiencies right away. Your body will use these...
What is the Difference Between a Pharmacy and a Compounding Pharmacy
When you think about going to a pharmacy, you probably think of it as a very rigid process. As a patient, you receive a prescription from your doctor, you bring it to the pharmacy and you wait until the pharmacy fulfills it. Everyone gets the same...