Asthma is a chronic lung condition that makes breathing difficult. Airways tighten, swell and fill with mucus in responce to certain substances or circumstances that “trigger” the asthma symptoms.
Breathe a Little Easier…
People with asthma can breathe a little easier knowing that there are actions they can take to manage their health with a goal to leading a normal lifestyle.
You can ask yourself the following questions to determine if your asthma is adequately controlled:
If you answered “yes” to one or more of these questions, your asthma may be considered poorly controlled. Be sure to discuss your results with your doctor ans seek medical attention if your asthma symptoms worsen or do nto respond to treatment.
Medications for Treatment of Asthma
The most common treatments for asthma are generally called “quick relievers” (short-acting medications) or “controller” medications (not for immediate relief).
Quick relivers – short-acting bronchodilators:
Controllers – not for immediate relief:
Please contact us for more details.
More than 9 million Canadians are living with diabetes or prediabetes.
Diabetes Glucose Test Advice…And Much Much More..
We offer a great selection products for diabetes care, useful information on type 1 and type 2 diabetes, and one-on-one counselling.
We coach you on your lifestyle goals. Our Pharmacists make sure you have the information to make the right choices. The health professional who keeps a watchful eye on your medication and numbers.
For diabetes patients managing your blood sugar levels can be a challenge. At our pharmacy we carry a full range of diabetic supplies including:
We also stock a complete range of:
Our professional pharmacists can help with advice on blood sugar optimization, provide medication reviews and work with you in the prevention of diabetes related complications.
It’s never too late to get your heart in tip-top shape.
Through diet, exercise, and lifestyle changes, you can give your heart a fighting chance against cardiovascular disease
Our Heart Health counselling covers learning signs of stroke, controlling blood pressure, understanding cholesterol and achieving a healthy weight.
Your best defense is controlling the risk factors, such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, cigarette smoke, stress, excessive alcohol consumption, inactivity, managing diabetes, and being at a weight that is unhealthy for you. Visit your doctor regularly and follow his or her advice. For more information ask your Pharmacist or contact the Heart & Stroke Foundation.
Helping you quit smoking for life..
It’s never too late to quit.
Health benefits (courtesy of Health Canada)
If you stop smoking, within:
Ask us about our programs:
3465 Platinum Dr. unit 81 Mississauga, Ontario L5M 2S1, Canada
Phone: 905-290-0881
Fax: 289-721-2507
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