Accu-Chek Integra $69.95Nicotine Replacement Therapy
Nicotine replacement therapy provides the nicotine to reduce withdrawal symptoms but avoid the other carcinogens and toxic chemicals present in cigarette smoke.
At Healthpoint Chemist we have a large range of products to help you quit smoking. Our staff can help you to find the right product for your individual need. Call in and ask for some help with choosing which product would suit you according to your smoking habits and provide you with information and advise on how to break the smoking habits.
There are two distinct types of cravings when trying to give up smoking:
The Background Cravings and Situational Cravings
Background Cravings arechronic feelings of nicotine craving that you feel after extended periods of abstinence from smoking that is due to nicotine withdrawal.
Situational Cravings are intense cravings for a cigarette that are induced by environment or emotional cues such as smell sight, or exposure to drinking alcohol, being stressed, etc.
So call into our store and let us help you choose the right product.
Ref: GlaxoSmithKline
CoEnzyme Q10 Your questions answered
What is CoQ10?
CoQ10 is a naturally occurring enzyme found in every living cell.
It is essential for the manufacture of energy necessary for all of our body processes.
What will CoQ10 do for me?
In addition to being essential for energy production, CoQ10 is an excellent antioxidant and immune system stimulant. These properties make CoQ10 highly beneficial in the management and prevention of many diseases.
What conditions benefit from CoQ10?
The heart muscle contains the greatest amounts of CoQ10 in the body and many heart conditions benefit from CoQ10 supplementation. These conditions include stroke, congestive heart failure, high blood pressure, high cholesterol angina and atherosclerosis (cholesterol build up on artery walls) Taken before and after cardiac surgery CoQ10 has been shown to reduce complications and hasten recoveryl. CoQ10 has also been shown to dramatically improve periodontal disease (inflammation and infection of the gums) and may also be of benefit in migraine, headache, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), Parkinson's disease and Huntington's chorea.
People with diabetes and obesity can benefit due to CoQ10's role in energy production. CoQ10 may also enhance aerobic capacity and muscle performance making it a great supplement for athletes and people suffering fatigue (eg. Chronic Fatigue Syndrome or post-viral syndromes)or for those with muscular dystrophies.
I am on Cholesterol-lowering medication and have been advised to take CoQ10. Why is this?
Certain drugs used to treat high cholesterol (statins) have been found to decrease the levels of CoQ10 in the body. This occurs because the role of these medications is to inhibit the inzyme HmgCoA-reductase which is involved in production of cholesterol by our body. This enzyme is also essential for CoQ10 manufacture, an action that is therefore also blocked by statin medications. Many people taking statin medications experience muscle aches and pains, believed to be due to the deficiency in CoQ10 that occurs. Supplementation with 100mg/day of CoQ10 day restores levels to normal and reverses some of these side-effects of statin use. It is also very important to supplement with CoQ10 if on statin medication as CoQ10 deficiency is associated with various heart conditions and people with high cholesterol are already at a higher risk of heart problems.
What dose should I take?
The recommended dose to take in conjunction with statin medications is 100mg a day. Dosage recommendations vary depending on condition being treated, I can advise you on the best dose for your circumstances.
Why Supplement? Don't I get CoQ10 through my diet?
CoQ10 is found in meat and fish products and in lesser quantities in boiled broccoli, cauliflower, nuts, spinach and soy. The CoQ10 in these foods are significantly reduced however by length of storage, processing and cooking. In addition to this, poor eating habits, stress, infection, statin medications and aging all affect the body's ability to produce adequate amounts of CoQ10.
Are there any safety issues with taking CoQ10?
CoQ10 is extremely well tolerated and on toxic with very little occurrence of side-effects.
Will CoQ10 interact with other medications I am using?
It is important to let your doctor know if you are considering using CoQ10 and are already on Warfarin as there is a potential for interaction. CoQ10 can reduce the vascular side-effects of the eye drops Timolol without effecting eye pressure.
Accu-Chek Advantage
Blood Glucose meter and lancing device
$99.95
- Easy to use, small and convenient
- Small blood sample
- Hypo warning function
- 480-value memory with time and date
- Carry case
- Battery
- Lancets
- Lancing device
- User guide
Accu-Chek Go
Complete Diabetes Monitoring Kit 
- 5 Seconds Tiny Blood Sample
- Hygienic Test Strip
- Handling with new strip eject function
- 3 alarm settings
- Additional safety and support features
- Part of the proceeds of this sale go toward research into a cure for type 1 Diabetes
Lifeline Automatic Digital Blood Pressure Monitors
Blood pressure measured at a clinic or doctor’s office may cause apprehension and can produce elevated readings of 10 to 30 mmHg higher than those measured at home.
This Phenomenon is known as
“white coat hypertension”.
Home measurement reduces the effects of outside.
Call in and see our automatic and semi automatic blood pressure monitors.
People with uncontrolled high blood pressure are:
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Three times as likely to develop coronary heart disease
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Six times as likely to develop congestive heart failure, and
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Seven times as likely to have a stroke.
The healthy alternative: A balanced diet of fresh vegetables, potatoes, rice, wholemeal bread and fruit. Vegetable instead of animal fats and oils. A low salt intake but rich in potassium. Low alcohol intake. Regular exercise & recreation.
Should you have a Flu shot?
The Flu, also known as influenza, is a common & highly contagious disease that affects millions of Australians each year. A typical case of flu may cause some people to feel unwell and miss days of work. However, in the elderly and people with existing health problems, it can lead to hospitalisation or even be life threatening. The Flu vaccine is now available at Healthpoint Chemist. The fluvax is recommended for everyone aged 65 years and over, children and adults with a chronic medical condition. Anyone who's immune system is not fullyfunctioning should also consider a flu injection. Please see your doctor today to obtain a prescription.
Immune Boost By Codral
Immune Boost by Codral is a natural supplement to support, promote and enhance the immune system. Immune Boost contains Lactoferrin which is an important part of your body’s own defence system. When you are feeling sick, Immune Boost may help your body in the defence mechanisms against bacteria, fungi and viruses. Lactoferrin does not contain lactose, so it should be suitable for those people with lactose intolerance.
This winter boost your immune system with this natural supplement….
30 Capsules $17.95
60 Capsules $29.95
Ear Problems
Refer to a pharmacist if:
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A child has an ear problem, it is important that a doctor examines the ears, preferable using tympanometry to investigate ear pressure.
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The problem appears to get better by itself it is still very important for the doctor to check the ears because of the risk of glue ear, (Long term build up of thick fluid in the middle ear, behind the eardrum).
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A person has ear pain and/or dizziness.
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The ear is discharging pus or blood
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A person is generally unwell with a fever and general malaise
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Any neck or head trauma occurred before the ear pain started.
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Hearing is acutely impaired or gradually deteriorating.
Treatment Options:
- Earwax softeners help soften or loosen earwax. Once instilled, the patient should lie with the ear containing the solution uppermost for 5 to 10 minutes.
- Acetic acid has anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties. It is usually diluted in propylene glycol or alcohol) these dry the ear) and used as eardrops to relieve or prevent swimmer’s ear.
- Paracetamol helps with the pain associated with otitis media and will help the symptoms once the child has been to a doctor
- Sometimes a doctor will prescribe an antibiotic for otitis media, but this is not routine.
Products:- Earclear, Aquaear, Auralgan Otic, Cerumol
Important: Discuss with your Pharmacist for the best treatment for your condition.
Advice for Customers
- Self-management of ear problems, particularly earache and ear discharge is not recommended.
- Ear drops should be wormed to body temperature by holding the container in the hand for two to three minutes.
- Cotton buds or other devices should not be used for cleaning the ears; repeated use may result in wax becoming more deeply impacted.
- People who suffer from swimmer’s ear should use earplugs to help prevent water entering the ears.
- Any hearing loss should be checked.
- Constant low noise such as lawn mowing, may impair hearing long term. If working in a noisy environment, including a home environment, use ear protectors.
- Blowing your nose is important but it must be done correctly. Do not squeeze the nose when blowing and do not sniff.
