Knowledge is
the best medicine.
Trustworthy, plain-language guides from the pharmacists at Tartan Pharmacy — covering medication safety, chronic conditions, and the services we offer, written for Nepean and Ottawa patients.
Drug Interactions: What to Watch For
Drug-drug, drug-food, and drug-supplement interactions explained in plain language — the most common dangerous combinations, and h…
Understanding Your Blood Pressure Medications
A plain-language guide to the main classes of blood pressure medications — how they work, common side effects, and tips for taking…
Antibiotics: What You Need to Know
What antibiotics actually treat, why finishing the full course matters, and how antibiotic resistance affects everyone — not just …
Choosing the Right OTC Pain Reliever
Acetaminophen, ibuprofen, or naproxen? A practical guide to picking the right over-the-counter pain reliever for your situation — …
What Is a Compounding Pharmacy?
Custom-formulated medications tailored to your specific needs. Learn what pharmacy compounding is, why it matters, and how Tartan …
Naloxone & Opioid Overdose Prevention
What naloxone is, how it reverses an opioid overdose, and how to get a free take-home kit and training at Tartan Pharmacy — no pre…
Mental Health Medications: A Plain-Language Guide
A stigma-free overview of antidepressants, anti-anxiety medications, and mood stabilizers — how they work, what to expect starting…
Medication Safety for Older Adults
Polypharmacy risks, fall-risk medications, and how blister packaging and a yearly Medication Review can help older adults manage m…
Immunizations 101: Vaccines Beyond Flu & COVID
From shingles to pneumococcal and Hepatitis B — a guide to the vaccines pharmacists can now administer, who should consider them, …
OTC Vitamins & Supplements: What Actually Works
The evidence behind the most popular over-the-counter vitamins and supplements — what's genuinely useful, what's mostly marketing,…
Health Canada drug safety alerts.
The latest recalls, safety warnings, and advisories from Health Canada, updated automatically. If you think one of your medications may be affected, contact our pharmacists right away.
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Our pharmacists are always happy to answer questions about medications, vaccines, or any health concern — call, walk in, or check our FAQ.