Ask The Pharmacist

 We’ve all read stories of athletes who consume thousands upon thousands of calories every day as they prepare their bodies for major events. But while we may like to aspire to that level of...

As we start to explore the great outdoors, there's one pesky critter you should keep an eye on...and we're not talking about midges.  We're talking about ticks! This week our resident pharmacist Kasim...

Bloated, painful tummy after eating spicy foods? You might be suffering from irritable bowel syndrome! During IBS Awareness Month, our resident pharmacist Kasim answers your questions on the main...

Wearing face coverings for the last 12 months has led to something rather unpleasant...mask breath! We've all went through times when our breath hasn't been quite as fresh as we're used to, with lots of...

Ramadan Mubarak to our Muslim patients! Fasting for Ramadan is a test of self-discipline, and the lack of food and drink can lead to feeling tired and dehydrated. Our resident pharmacist Kasim is participating...

A lovely springtime day can very quickly turn sour if you've fallen to the pollen! Hay fever usually strikes between March and September, especially when it's warm, humid and windy. This is when the pollen...

It's finally spring, which means it sneezing season!  Hay fever can leave you dreading the nicer weather, with higher pollen counts causing itchy eyes, runny noses and sneezing...bless you! This week...

Let's talk about stress. We've all felt the horrible symptoms of stress when times get tough. It can leave you feeling frazzled and distracted, eventually affecting the important things in life like your...

Modern life is stressful, we get it!  Younger men might start to see their fast-paced life catch up with them and result in health issues like erectile dysfunction. It can be worrying, but rest assured...

When it comes to erectile dysfunction, you’re not alone! It's been estimated that half of men under 50 have experienced issues around getting an erection. The good news is that there are lots of...

It’s nearly Valentine’s day, the time of the year when you might be getting a little bit frisky. To make sure you're enjoying your sex life to its fullest, it's always good to make sure you...

Growing up can be tough, our bodies like to make it that little bit tougher by throwing acne into the mix...thanks! Acne can continue through our teenage years and beyond and can have a massive impact...