Health Tips & Pharmacy Blog

Arthritis
Knee and joint arthritis: targeting pain at the source
Topical anti-inflammatories can deliver relief right to an arthritic knee — with less load on the stomach than oral pills.
Dogs
Senior dog mobility: what helps when glucosamine isn't enough
Older dogs slowing down? Beyond glucosamine: omega-3s, UC-II collagen, green-lipped mussel and Boswellia — what each adds to a mobility plan.
Acne
Red, sore pimples: a student's guide to mild inflammatory acne
Red, tender pimples respond well to early treatment. Students can be assessed by a pharmacist for free, with OHIP+ often covering medication under age 25.
Dogs
Dog joint supplements 101: glucosamine and beyond
Stiff dog on stairs? A practical guide to joint supplements — glucosamine, chondroitin, ASU — and how to pick one that suits your dog.
Acne
Teen acne: getting ahead of whiteheads and blackheads
Whiteheads and blackheads are the earliest form of acne. Ontario teens can see a pharmacist at no charge — and under-25s may get medication free with OHIP+.

Compounded Pain Care
Diabetic neuropathy: why some people try a topical cream
Burning, tingling diabetic nerve pain in the feet is hard to treat. Here's how compounded topical creams fit into the picture.

Living with nerve pain: how topical compounds fit in
Nerve pain isn't like an ordinary ache, and it's treated differently. Here's how compounded topicals may fit into a nerve-pain plan.

Blister Packs and MedsCheck: Never Miss a Dose Again
Managing multiple medications can be overwhelming. At Orleans Compounding Community Pharmacy, we offer compliance packaging (blister packs) and MedsCheck services to help you stay on track with you...

Travel Health 101: Vaccinations and Medications for Your Next Trip
Planning an international trip? Protecting your health before you travel is just as important as packing your bags. Orleans Compounding Community Pharmacy offers comprehensive travel health service...
