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10/5/12 - 16/5/12 Is Multiple Chemical Sensitivity Week

Wed, 09 May 2012 21:28:40 +1000

Studies by NSW Department of Health indicate that 2.9% of people report having been diagnosed with a chemical sensitivity. Symptoms can include headaches, blocked or runny nose, nausea and fatigue.

In pharmacy, proprietary medications and treatments don’t always suit everyone. Compounding allows our pharmacists to tailor make products to your specific needs, avoiding particular chemicals, preservatives, colours and fragrances. To further discuss your specific needs, please contact our pharmacists.

April 2nd is World Autism Awareness Day

Sun, 01 Apr 2012 15:40:06 +1000

Both Autism and Asperger's syndrome are increasingly referred to as Autism Spectrum Disorders. They can cause delays in typical development of a child across a broad range of areas. Asperger's syndrome is at the milder end of this spectrum. Autism can impact on a persons ability to communicate and relate to others. These disorders begin in early childhood and continue through to adult life.

It has been suggested that colours, flavours and preservatives in medicines can aggravate the symptoms of Asperger’s syndrome. Compounding pharmacy can provide treatment options for patients needing medication without certain colours, flavours and preservatives. Please contact our pharmacists for more information

Tuesday 13th March - Tuesday 20th March is Coeliac Awareness week

Tue, 13 Mar 2012 18:53:35 +1000

Coeliac disease affects approximately 1 in 100 Australians however it has been suggested that 75 per cent currently remain undiagnosed. Coeliac disease makes it difficult for the body to properly absorb nutrients from foods.

It has been suggested that undiagnosed celiac disease may actually be part of the process that triggers an underlying autoimmune disease. Among autoimmune disorders, increased prevalence of celiac disease has been found in patients with autoimmune thyroid disease. Researchers have found that the various antibodies that indicate celiac disease - organ-specific autoantibodies (i.e., thyroid antibodies) -- will disappear after 3 to 6 months of a gluten-free diet.

The Pharmacists at Wickham House Compounding Pharmacy are experienced in compounding medications for thyroid disorders as well as medications that are free from gluten. Please contact our pharmacists for more information.

Topical prevention of stretchmarks

Sun, 04 Mar 2012 19:21:50 +1000

Stretch marks are a form of scarring on the skin caused by the tearing of the dermis, which over time can diminish but not completely disappear. These marks are often the result of overstretching of the skin as seen in pregnancy and rapid weight gain. Although this common dermatologic condition rarely causes any medical problems, the physical appearance of stretch marks may be a problem to some. Wickham House Compounding Pharmacy has developed a stretch mark cream that may be of assistance in preventing stretch marks. Please contact our pharmacists for more information.

Vitamin D supplementation - An update

Tue, 28 Feb 2012 09:36:28 +1000

An estimated 1 billion people worldwide, across all ethnicities and age groups, have a vitamin D deficiency.

This is mostly attributable to people getting less sun exposure because of climate, lifestyle, and concerns about skin cancer.

The 1997 Dietary Reference Intake (DRI) values for vitamin D, initially established to prevent rickets and osteomalacia, are considered too low by many experts. Current studies suggest that we may need more vitamin D than presently recommended to prevent chronic disease.

Emerging research supports the possible role of vitamin D in protecting against cancer, heart disease, fractures and falls, autoimmune diseases, influenza, type 2 diabetes, and depression.

Many health care providers have increased their recommendations for vitamin D supplementation and as a result, more patients are asking their pharmacists about supplementing with

vitamin D.

February is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 15:01:41 +1000

Each year in February Ovarian Cancer Australia runs a national Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month campaign to highlight the symptoms of ovarian cancer. Ovarian cancer is a disease where some of the cells in one or both ovaries start to grow abnormally and develop into cancer. The four most common symptoms of ovarian cancer include:

Abdominal or pelvic pain.
Increased abdominal size or persistent abdominal bloating.
Needing to urinate often or urgently.
Difficulty eating or feeling full quickly.

Treatment for ovarian cancer usually involves a combination of surgery and chemotherapy. Working with your doctor, our compounding pharmacists may be able to suggest alternatives which may be helpful in dealing with the side effects of your treatment. For more information about compounded options, please contact our pharmacists.

Christmas & New Year hours

Mon, 12 Dec 2011 12:05:12 +1000

We would like to take this opportunity to wish all of customers a safe festive season. During the Christmas and New Year period we will be operating reduced hours. Our last trading day before Christmas will be Friday the 23rd December where we will be open from 7:30am – 5:30pm. We do not open on weekends or public holidays.

Our limited trading hours during the festive season are:
Wednesday 28th December 10:00am - 2:00pm
Thursday 29th December 10:00am - 2:00pm
Friday 30th December 10:00am - 2:00pm

For the following two weeks we will be open:
Tuesday 3rd January - Friday 6th January 8:00am - 5:00pm
Monday 9th January - Friday 13th January 8:00am - 5:00pm

We will resume normal trading hours on Monday 16th January.

Season’s Greetings.
From all the team.

Ovestin® in short supply

Fri, 11 Nov 2011 14:17:03 +1000

Are you having trouble filling your prescription for Ovestin® cream or pessaries? These products have been in short supply from the manufacturer for many months. If you are having difficulty sourcing this product, please speak with our compounding pharmacists. With consultation with your doctor, we may be able to offer you a compounded alternative until supplies of Ovestin® resume.

It's summertime

Fri, 11 Nov 2011 14:17:03 +1000

Did you know that Wickham House Compounding Pharmacy offers a wide range of products that are available without a prescription?

With summer coming up, we can help with a tailor made range of creams or lotions to sooth insect bites, ease the sting of sunburn and sooth the sore muscles of our weekend warriors! Simply contact our compounding pharmacists or call toll free 1300 667 827 to discuss your needs.

A customised approach to treating acne

Fri, 11 Nov 2011 14:17:03 +1000

Acne typically appears on the face, neck, chest and back and can be difficult to treat successfully. Depending on the severity, acne can have a significant impact of the sufferer’s emotional wellbeing. Recent studies have compared the use of topical niacinamide (vitamin B3) with topical clindamycin (an antibiotic). The results showed comparable efficacy between the two, without the risk of antibiotic resistance with the niacinamide cream. Wickham House Compounding Pharmacy is able to compound a light, non greasy moisturising cream containing niacinamide, vitamin C and other soothing ingredients, which may be of benefit for our customers suffering from acne.

Combining ibuprofen with antifungal drugs can improve treatment outcomes

Fri, 11 Nov 2011 14:17:03 +1000

Recent studies suggest that combining ibuprofen topically with some antifungal agents can result in improved antifungal activity. The addition of ibuprofen to our antifungal creams also acts to reduce the inflammation often associated with fungal skin infections. The combination of ibuprofen, antifungal medication and tea tree oil, acts effectively to treat fungal skin infections and sooth the uncomfortable symptoms at the same time. If you would like to discuss your treatment options for this common type of skin infection, please contact our pharmacists or call toll free on 1300 667827.