Threadworms are the most common form of worm infection in Australia. Worms are easily treated with pharmacy medicines. Find out what products are available for worms.
Pharmacy Care
Contact lenses
There are two main types of contact lenses, hard and soft, both with advantages and disadvantages for the wearer. Find out what products are available for contact lenses.
Acne: self-care
Acne usually starts in teenage years. Skin pores become blocked with oil, trapping dead skin cells and bacteria, causing pimples. Find out what products are available for acne.
Urticaria (hives): self-care
Urticaria (hives) is an itchy rash anywhere on your body, characterised by red, raised, skin wheals. Find out what products are available for urticaria.
Blood glucose testing
Blood glucose testing measures the amount of glucose (sugar) in your blood, and is one of the most common screening tests used for diabetes.
Tips for taking charge of your health
Whether you are taking medicines occasionally or every day, it helps to be informed about why you need them, how they should be taken, and what their benefits and possible side effects may be. Here are a list of questions on how to be more medicine aware.
Indigestion and heartburn
Indigestion is pain or discomfort after eating. Heartburn is a common feature of indigestion. Find out what products are available for indigestion and heartburn.
Headaches
A headache can happen on one or both sides of your head, or in the front or back of your head, and can be triggered by many things. Find out what products are available for headaches.
Hayfever treatments
Hayfever can affect your sleep, work or learning. Find out what products are available for hayfever.
Dry skin: self-care
Dry skin is a common problem. The skin barrier can break down due to wear and tear from the environment, causing dryness and itching. Find out what products are available for dry skin.
