Weight-loss medications such as Wegovy and Mounjaro have transformed obesity management. By targeting hormonal pathways involved in appetite regulation—particularly GLP-1 receptors—these therapies help patients feel fuller sooner and reduce caloric intake in a way that previously felt unattainable.
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A recent commentary by Dr. Sohail Gandhi, former president of the Ontario Medical Association, asked an important question:
“Which pharmacy should you use?”
His answer was clear: patients deserve better than rushed, corporate-driven care.
At Centrum Pharmacy, we couldn’t agree more.
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Walk down the hair care aisle in any pharmacy or grocery store and you will see everything from $8 shampoos to luxury bottles costing $40 or more. With sleek packaging, celebrity endorsements, and promises of healthier, shinier hair, many people wonder: Are expensive shampoos actually better?
(more…)One Fix to the Family Doctor Crisis? Empower Pharmacists for Minor Ailments
Canada is facing a family doctor shortage like never before. Over 6.5 million Canadians do not have access to a family doctor, and wait times for primary care continue to grow. Policymakers agree on one thing: not every health concern needs to be seen by a physician.
(more…)Ozempic Approved to Reduce Heart Attack and Stroke Risk in People with Type 2 Diabetes
Health Canada has expanded the approved use of Ozempic (semaglutide injection) to help reduce the risk of serious cardiovascular complications in adults living with type 2 diabetes.
(more…)International Women’s Day: Advancing Women’s Health Through Access, Advocacy, and Pharmacist Care
Every year on March 8th, International Women’s Day is an opportunity to recognize the achievements of women — and to acknowledge areas where women’s health continues to be under-recognized, underdiagnosed, or harder to access.
(more…)World Obesity Day: Why Sustainable, Pharmacist-Supported Weight Care Matters More Than Ever
World Obesity Day is a global opportunity to move beyond outdated narratives about weight and instead focus on obesity as a complex, chronic medical condition—one influenced by genetics, hormones, environment, medications, mental health, and access to care. Recognized by organizations such as the World Health Organization, the day emphasizes evidence-based, compassionate approaches rather than blame or oversimplification.
(more…)Alcohol Causes More Harm Than Any Other Drug in Canada: Why Pharmacist-Led Care Matters
A new Canada-wide scientific assessment led by researchers at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) has delivered a powerful and unexpected message: when all harms are considered together, alcohol causes more overall damage to Canadians than any other drug, including tobacco, opioids, cocaine, methamphetamine, and cannabis.
(more…)Ramadan Medication Timing: How to Safely Adjust Your Dosing Schedule
Many medications are prescribed for daytime use — which creates challenges during fasting hours.
Common risk categories include:
- Blood pressure medications
- Thyroid therapy
- Antibiotics
- Mental health medications
- Pain control regimens
What Can Go Wrong Without Adjustment
- Reduced drug effectiveness
- Side effects from empty-stomach dosing
- Missed doses
- Double dosing errors
- Withdrawal effects
Our Pharmacist Medication Timing Service
Centrum Pharmacy provides structured Ramadan medication planning:
- Full medication list review
- Fasting-compatible dosing schedules
- Extended-release alternatives when appropriate
- Physician coordination for required changes
- Written medication calendars
Never adjust prescription medication timing without consulting with a professional.
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