Looking for an online seizure pharmacy that delivers in Kitchener-Waterloo? Check out Apothecare.
Apothecare’s highly trained and experienced pharmacists are here to answer all of your questions, especially those regarding seizures. With over twenty years of combined pharmaceutical experience, we have the answers.
In this post we’ll outline the advantages of choosing Apothecare as your seizure pharmacy plus we will give you answers to your most frequently asked questions about this condition. So let’s get started.
Apothecare’s friendly pharmacists are here to answer all of your questions
Why Make Apothecare Your Seizure Pharmacy
1. You Will Get Free, Same-Day Delivery
If you choose Apothecare as your seizure pharmacy, you can take advantage of our free, same-day delivery. Home delivery means that you never have to go out to pick up your medication and wait in a long line until it is ready.
We will bring your prescriptions to you, free of charge! That is particularly good news if you aren’t feeling well. You can stay home and concentrate on getting better.
2. You Will Have Access to Expert Advice and Care When You Need It
The pharmacists at Apothecare are available to answer your questions Monday to Friday from 9am to 5pm and by email until 7pm. On Saturdays, we’re there for you from 9am to 2pm. Furthermore, Apothecare takes your privacy seriously, that’s why every conversation you have with us is always 100% confidential.
We are always willing and able to give you the expert advice that you require about all of the medications that you need to take. We have the experience and expertise to provide you with the in-depth knowledge and helpful advice to enable you to manage and optimize your medications.
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3. You Can Easily Transfer Your Prescriptions
It’s easy to transfer your seizure prescriptions to Apothecare. Simply call, text or email us, letting us know you would like a prescription filled, and ask us what you need to do next! If you are using text or email you can send us a picture of your prescription.
We’ll contact you back to get what we need and then notify you when your prescription is ready. If you would like your prescription delivered we will setup a time for delivery that works best for you or you can pick up your medication yourself.
4. You Can Choose Your Preferred Contact Method
At Apothecare we understand that not every contact method is best for every person. That is why we give you a choice. You can either contact us by phone, text message, email, or even in person. Whichever works best for you, we’re ready to answer your inquiries and serve you the way you choose.
Apothecare is your seizure pharmacy that gives you a choice of contact methods
5. You Will Be Supporting a Locally Owned and Operated Seizure Pharmacy
You can feel good about dealing with a locally owned and operated seizure pharmacy. Our pharmacists live and work in the Kitchener–Waterloo area. We are your neighbours and we will treat you like a neighbour with first-class customer service and top-notch care.
We’ll take the time to get to know you and understand your particular situation so that we can offer you the personalized treatment that you deserve.
6. You Will Have All of Your Pharmacy Needs Met
Apothecare is not only Kitchener–Waterloo’s top seizure pharmacy, but we can look after all of your family’s pharmacy needs.
We are a full-service pharmacy with excellent customer service and low dispensing fees. We will deal with your insurance so you won’t have to pay more for your prescriptions.
A seizure pharmacy that can meet all your pharmaceutical needs
Seizure Pharmacy FAQs
A seizure is defined as an uncontrolled electrical disturbance in the brain that comes on suddenly and causes changes in your behaviour, movements, feelings, and in levels of consciousness. If you are having a seizure you may experience uncontrollable, rapid shaking that is rhythmic. Your muscles will contract and relax repeatedly.
What are the symptoms of a seizure?
There are many different types of symptoms of seizures depending on which part of the brain is involved. They could include:
- You experience a short blackout followed by you being confused and unable to remember for a short time
- You have a change in behaviour like picking at your clothing
- You unknowingly begin grunting and snorting
- You drool or foam at the mouth
- You start to twitch, jerk, or your muscles go into spasms out of your control
- Your eyes start to move
- You have a change of mood like a sudden burst of anger, panic, joy, fear, or laughter
- Your whole body shakes
- You taste a bitter or metallic flavour
- You temporarily stop breathing
Are there any signs that a seizure is about to start?
You may experience some warning symptoms before you get a seizure. For example, you may:
- Feel afraid or anxious
- Experience a spell of vertigo; you will feel like you or your surroundings are spinning or moving
- Feel nauseated
- See flashing bright lights, spots, or wavy lines in front of your eyes
How long do seizures usually last?
Usually a seizure will last somewhere between 30 seconds and 2 minutes. If your seizure lasts more than 5 minutes, then it is considered a medical emergency.
You could experience a seizure after you’ve had a stroke, a closed head injury, an infection like meningitis, or another type of illness. Often the cause of a seizure is unknown.
Most seizures can be controlled by taking medication, however they still can have a huge impact on your life.
What are the most common side effects of seizure medications?
Different seizure medications have different side effects. The type of medication that your healthcare professional will prescribe will depend on the type of seizures you have, the other illnesses you have, and the type of side effects you can tolerate.
Some of the more common side effects include: drowsiness, dizziness, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, increased appetite, diarrhea, sleep disorders, vision changes, rash, headaches, depression, vertigo, and blurred vision.
Epilepsy is a neurological disorder where you brain activity becomes abnormal. It will cause you to have seizures or times of unusual behaviour, sensations, and at times even a loss of awareness. It can affect anyone from any race, ethnic background, age, or gender.
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“Easily the best pharmacy I’ve ever dealt with. Neil and Mike constantly bend over backwards to make sure my medications are taken care of (especially since my doctors office is horrible and never sends faxes or picks up the phone). Switching from Shoppers Drug Mart to this pharmacy was easily one of the best decisions I’ve ever made and I never plan on switching pharmacies after seeing the amount of effort these pharmacists put into patient care. I’m so grateful I switched to this pharmacy especially since I’ve recently started getting more medications I NEVER have to worry about them since Neil and Mike are always on top of things. 100% worth switching from whatever pharmacy you’re currently at given the quality of service Neil and Mike provide.”
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INR Monitoring
A simple finger prick is all that is needed to complete the test. We are also available to manage your dose changes based on your INR results, all of which will be shared with your family doctor or nurse. Call us today to set this up.
Pharmacogenetic Testing
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The Quit Program
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Free Blister Packaging
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Flu Shots and Vaccines
We administer free flu shots in the fall and winter as well as other vaccines year round. Book a time today!
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