Paul’s Lenadco Pharmacy

03/30/2020

03/22/2020

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
REGARDING COVID-19
Paul's Pharmacy will remain open regular business hours as we are an essential service.
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In order to maximize social distancing patients and customers are encouraged to utilize new procedures put in place:
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1) Refill prescriptions should be requested by phone, and when the order is complete the pharmacy will call to confirm readiness for a timely pick up or delivery.
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2) Over the counter questions and product selection can be discussed with the pharmacist over the phone and appropriate therapy will be determined. These items will be bagged and put aside for pick up or delivery.
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3) Access to the pharmacy will be limited to the main doors.
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4) The government is limiting the maximum days supply of medication to 30 days to diminish possible drug shortages. In exceptional cases a longer days' supply may be granted.
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We appreciate the efforts by all in our community to minimize risk in this challenging time.

09/07/2018

Lice favourite time of the year is Back to School. With the incidence of Lice on the rise it is likely you will be dealing with these pesky critters at some point during the school year.
It can be difficult to know if your child has lice. However, you may suspect lice are present if your child:
-scratches his/her head especially at night
-complains of itching or tingling sensation
-has red spots on scalp
-doesn't sleep well
If you suspect your child has lice, discuss with your pharmacist how to examine the scalp and the various effective treatment options.

08/28/2018

People with ragweed allergies can also be sensitive to certain foods. This is because certain plants contain pollen that is similar to ragweed.
This condition is known as oral allergy syndrome.
Foods that may cause symptoms in a person with ragweed allergy include:
-bananas
-cantaloupes
-chamomile tea
-cucumber
-zucchini
-sunflower seeds

08/21/2018

A new Stroke Survivor Support Group is starting up at the Napanee Area Community Health Centre.
If you know anyone that would benefit, please share.

07/11/2018

http://healthycanadians.gc.ca/recall-alert-rappel-avis/hc-sc/2018/67202a-eng.php

Several drugs containing the ingredient valsartan are being recalled by their manufacturers. An impurity, N-nitrosodimethylamine (NDMA), was found in the valsartan used in these products. The valsartan was supplied by Zhejiang Huahai Pharmaceuticals. NDMA is a potential human carcinogen, which means...

06/29/2018

How to Recognize Heat Stroke

-Oral temperature higher than 39.5 degree celsius
-Dry, red and warm, or pale and cool skin
-Dizziness or lightheadedness
-Confusion and incoherent speech
-Aggressive or strange behaviour
-General malaise
If these signs and symptoms occur, see a Health Professional PROMPTLY.

06/13/2018

DO'S and DON'TS of TICK removal

DO: If the tick is attached to you, use fine-tipped tweezers or tick removal tools to grasp the tick as close to your skin as possible.
DON'T: Use your fingers to remove the tick
DO: Pull the tick straight out, gently but firmly making sure to remove the entire tick.
DON'T: Squeeze or crush the tick
DO: Thoroughly clean the area with rubbing alcohol or soap and water
DON'T: Burn or paint the tick with nail polish or vaseline

06/05/2018

3 Basic Actions that can Reduce the Symptoms of Seasonal Allergies:

1) Wear sunglasses to prevent the pollen from reaching your eyes.
2) Avoid hanging your clothes out to dry to prevent pollen sticking to the fabric.
3) Take a shower and change clothes upon entering the house, as pollen will stick to clothes, skin, and hair.

05/29/2018

A nice graphic showing the differences between suffering from a cold or seasonal allergies.

05/23/2018

We are pleased to announce and welcome our latest Chamber Member, David Paul from Paul’s Lenadco Pharmacy! Check out your neighbourhood pharmacist on 310 Bridge St. West in the Old Lenadco Building. He has free delivery in Napanee & Deseronto, plenty of parking and bubble pack medications available.

05/22/2018

Quick Sunburn Facts:
-If you have blisters on your skin, try not to break them.
-If your skin peels, do not pull on the layers of skin. Your skin is in a healing process, so try not to jeopardize it.
-You can use an antibiotic cream or ointment to speed up the healing process.