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MENTAL HEALTH

1 in 3 Canadians will experience a mental health problem in their lifetime. Mental health disorders are challenging for people living with them as well as their loved ones, but these conditions can be overcome with the appropriate treatment and the help of your pharmacist.  

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PHARMACIST TIPS

Managing mental health conditions is challenging. It’s already hard enough to remember to take the medication on a regular basis on top of everything else. Let the pharmacist help you manage prescription renewals by synchronizing the refill dates. Your pharmacist can also assist you in your role as caregiver, and can refer you to support networks, as needed.

ANXIETY OR PANIC ATTACK?

We all, at some point in our lives, experience certain events that upset us to varying degrees and trigger a lot of anxiety. Sometimes you may feel so overwhelmed by your emotions that you lose control and experience a panic attack

Learn how to differentiate them

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MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT

Your pharmacist offers private consultations to discuss your personal situation, assess your current medication, talk about alternative options and make sure your side effects are not disruptive

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MEDICATION ADJUSTMENT

With some adjustments from your pharmacist, side effects can be minimized, harmful drug interactions can be limited and dosages can be decreased in a way that is not detrimental to your well-being.

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MEDICATION LIST

Having a list of your medication on hand in case of emergency, travel or a doctor appointment can be quite useful. Ask your pharmacist to prepare it.