Brampton Compounding Pharmacy

Red eyes can signal several different possible health issues, however in many cases there are things you do to help prevent it:

Avoid rubbing your eyes
Keep contact lenses clean and wear only for as long as directed
Make sure to remove eye makeup properly
Take regular breaks when you’re looking at a computer screen for a long period of time
Avoid eye irritants such as dust, smoke, or pet dander

Ask our pharmacist for advice on when to see a doctor. They can also review the over-the-counter eye drop options for dry eyes, allergies and other common irritants that can cause red eyes.

https://www.healthline.com/health/eye-redness
https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/symptoms/17690-red-eye

Some medications, including certain antidepressants and beta-blockers, can interfere with the quality and duration of your sleep.

If you are having trouble getting enough sleep at night and think it might be due to a new prescription, stop by and speak with our pharmacist. They can help you figure out if an active ingredient, or a certain dosage might be affecting your sleep, and advise on whether you should speak to your doctor.

https://www.webmd.com/sleep-disorders/medications-that-affect-sleep

Kids are headed back to class in a few weeks! Did you know that as much as 80 percent of the learning they do at school is visual? Children who have trouble seeing can encounter many difficulties in class and their ability to read and write may be affected.

Read more about what you can do to ensure your children’s eyes are healthy and that they are seeing well: https://opto.ca/health-library/the-eye-exam

The busy back-to-school season can be especially hectic if you’re a caregiver or a parent. Here are three tips that can help when trying to manage it all:

1/ Make lists. They’re visual reminders that will help you prioritize tasks and can keep you on track.
2/ Manage your expectations. Whether you’re planning weeknight dinners or after-school activities, forget about perfection. Sometimes good enough really is good enough.
3/ Declutter and get organized. From designated spots for the kids’ school backpacks, to a new filing system for medical records, being organized always pays off.

Read one dad’s account of how he manages the day-to-day care of his wife and daughter:
https://www.tevacanada.com/en/canada/life-effects/manage-my-day-as-a-caregiver/

Have you, or someone you love, recently been diagnosed with cancer? If you have it can be tempting to minimize the pain or severity of the situation. Instead of letting people in, it might seem easier to pretend things are “fine,” but eventually you’ll need and want the support of your friends.

Check out this blog post on how to let friends in when you’re struggling with cancer:
https://www.tevacanada.com/en/canada/life-effects/five-steps-to-let-friends-in/

If you have questions about your situation, speak with our pharmacist.

Every third Saturday in August, we celebrate and bring awareness to the plight of the bees.

For thousands of years, honey has been enjoyed in food, utilized as a preservative –– and revered for its healing powers. Different types of honey have anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antibacterial properties.

The next time you have a cold, stop by the pharmacy. Whether it’s honey or an over-the-counter medication, our pharmacist can help you find the right product to help soothe your symptoms.

With back-to-school, and the return of cold and flu season just around the corner, now is the perfect time to review hand washing with your kids.

Good hand hygiene not only helps to prevent your child from getting sick, but it also reduces their risk of infecting others. If you have any questions, stop by and talk to our pharmacist.

To teach kids about proper hand washing technique, check out the popular Operation: WASHUP program. It contains fun, easy-to-understand tools you can use at home: https://www.tevacanada.com/en/canada/your-health-wellness/operation-washup/

It’s Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Month. Did you know that more than 4,000 Canadians are diagnosed with the condition every year? That means that 1 in 400 Canadians lives with multiple sclerosis.

If you have been diagnosed—or you’re caring for a loved one who is—our pharmacy can support you with information, ways to manage your treatment options and more. We’re here to help!

For additional resources, including a guide for caregivers and information about support groups, visit: https://www.tevacanada.com/en/canada/your-health-wellness/multiple-sclerosis/

It’s the time of year to clean up our yards and tidy up our homes. Don’t forget to tidy up and organize your medicine cabinet, too!

Collect your medicines and supplements, and book a time to visit our pharmacy. We can make sure you’re taking everything at the right time—and in the right combinations to avoid interactions.

We can also help you keep your pills organized, whether through blister packaging or a pill organizer.

Finally, make sure also to gather your expired and leftover medicines, and bring them to us for safe disposal.

This summer, remember to stay properly hydrated throughout the day. Water keeps every part of your body working as it should, reducing chances of muscle cramps or fatigue.

Did you know that some prescription medications work better if you drink plenty of water? They usually have a green sticker on the packaging with this instruction.

Speak with our pharmacist to see if drinking more water could be helpful for you.

To know more about making water your drink of choice: https://food-guide.canada.ca/en/healthy-eating-recommendations/make-water-your-drink-of-choice/