Ask the Pharmacist: The value of ASA
Q. I am considering taking a low-dose ASA since an old saying I recall from decades ago said “an Aspirin a day keeps the...
Ask the Pharmacist – Restless leg syndrome cont’d
Q. Your last column mentioned that medications such as ropinirole and pramipexole are not longer suggested for restless legs. Why is that and are...
Ask the Pharmacist – Restless Leg Syndrome
Q. I think I may have restless leg syndrome. Not only is it bothering me but my restless legs appear to be affecting my...
Ask the Pharmacist – Poison Ivy treatments
Q) I moved to this area recently from the city and I am told there is a fair amount of poison ivy around. What...
Ask the Pharmacist – Taking blood pressure
Q. You mentioned previous that you would discuss the various medications that are used to help lower blood pressure. But first, can you review...
Ask the Pharmacist – Hypertenson
Q. At my last medical appointment, I was told I have high blood pressure. I am surprised as I don’t feel unwell. Can you...
Ask the Pharmacist – Dealing with allergies
Q. My allergies seem to have started already. What can you suggest for me to use?
A. Many of us look forward to the warmer...
Ask the Pharmacist – Healthy Bones
Q. I was recently told that some diets can be harmful to my body, particularly my bones. Can you please shed some light on...
Ask the Pharmacist: Shingles vaccine
Q: I heard the shingles vaccine can help reduce my risk of dementia. Can you tell me more about this?
A: Yes, you heard correctly!...
Ask the Pharmacist: Measles
Q. I am hearing about more measles cases appearing in Ontario. Should I be worried?
A. You are correct that measles appears to be on...
Ask the Pharmacist: Suggestions during pregnancy
Q. I have found that I am not sleeping as well since I became pregnant. I also find I am more constipated than usual which...
Ask the Pharmacist – a nine-month journey of pregnancy
Q. During my pregnancy, I noticed that I am more prone to morning sickness and heartburn. What are the best ways to help manage...
Ask the Pharmacist – medications during pregnancy
Q. I am pregnant and I am exposed to so many people that are sick. Can you tell me what medications I might be...
Ask the Pharmacist – Pregnancy safe options
Q. What can I safely consume, or better yet avoid, during my pregnancy?
A. In a previous Ask the Pharmacist column we discussed suggested supplements...
