Pharmacist Tips with Relvie

25/05/2026

👶 NAPPY RASH: SIMPLE TIPS FOR PARENTS 🩹

Nappy rash is very common in babies and can make little ones uncomfortable and irritable. The good news is that mild cases can often improve with simple skin care at home.

Helpful Tips for Managing Nappy Rash:

✔ Change nappies frequently
✔ Gently clean the area with warm water
✔ Avoid harsh soaps and heavily scented wipes
✔ Pat the skin dry, avoid rubbing
✔ Allow some nappy-free time for the skin to breathe
✔ Apply a barrier cream (such as zinc oxide and I highly recommend Vaseline/Petroleum Jelly) to protect the skin

When To Seek Medical Advice:

⚠ Rash becomes severe or spreads
⚠ Blisters, pus, or broken skin appear
⚠ Baby develops fever
⚠ Rash does not improve after a few days
⚠ Baby seems very uncomfortable or in pain

Not all rashes are the same. Some may need antifungal or other treatment prescribed by a healthcare professional.

Healthy skin starts with gentle care and early attention 💙

Pharmacist Tips with Relvie

21/05/2026

Stress is something we all experience. From work pressures, family responsibilities, financial worries, or simply trying to keep up with life. But unmanaged stress can affect both our mental and physical health.

Here are a few simple ways to manage stress in a healthy way:

🌿 Take short breaks during the day
🌿 Get enough sleep and rest
🌿 Stay physically active
🌿 Eat balanced meals and stay hydrated
🌿 Talk to someone you trust
🌿 Learn to say “no” when overwhelmed
🌿 Spend time in prayer, reflection, or quiet moments
🌿 Avoid overusing alcohol, smoking, or medications to cope

Remember: managing stress is not about removing every problem from life, it’s about learning healthy ways to respond to them.

Your health matters. Take care of your mind just as much as your body. 💚

19/05/2026

Besides general hydration, there are several benefits of drinking water. Find out the health benefits of drinking water plus the best times to drink. https://wb.md/3PiaYUn

15/05/2026

A sense of awareness helps you make informed decisions about your health and that of those around you 🛡️

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13/05/2026

To prevent dog bites, it is important to understand dog behaviour. If you are a dog owner, it is important to socialise and train your dog and always supervise them around young children.
Dog Bite Prevention Tips.
- Ask first: When meeting an unfamiliar dog, don’t’ reach out to pet them, ask their parent first, “May I pet your dog?”
- Get Permission: With permission, let the dog sniff your closed hand, then pet their shoulders or chest.
- Don’t touch! - Don’t touch a dog who is sleeping, eating or chewing a toy.
- Stay Away: Stay away from a dog who is barking or growling, as well as one who is loose, behind a fence or tied up.

11/05/2026

🇵🇬 In PNG, many people buy antibiotics straight from shops or share medicines with family and friends.

🤒 “Pharmacist, can I just get amoxicillin?”

This is one of the most common questions in the pharmacy.

But here’s the truth 👇

Not every sickness needs antibiotics.

Sometimes your illness may be caused by a virus, and antibiotics won’t help at all.

Using antibiotics without proper assessment can:
⚠️ Delay proper treatment
⚠️ Cause side effects
⚠️ Lead to antibiotic resistance

That’s why prescriptions are important — they help make sure:
✔️ You get the RIGHT medicine
✔️ For the RIGHT infection
✔️ At the RIGHT dose
✔️ For the RIGHT duration

Antibiotics save lives when used correctly. Let’s protect them together 💊🩺

05/05/2026

Got the flu? Here’s what actually helps 🤧

✔️ Rest – your body needs it
✔️ Fluids – stay hydrated
✔️ Paracetamol – helps with fever & pain

❌ Antibiotics DO NOT treat flu!

Save this for when you need it 💡

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02/05/2026

Not all pain is the same and neither are painkillers. Talk to your pharmacist first 🌿

27/04/2026

Feeling tired all the time? It might not just be stress 👀

Here are 3 vitamins that help boost your energy:

🥬 Iron – helps prevent tiredness (especially for women)
💊 Vitamin B12 – supports energy and brain function
🍊Vitamin C – helps your body absorb iron better

⚠️ Don’t just take supplements blindly—know what your body needs.

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27/06/2024

What are antibiotics?

They are a class of medicines that can destroy or inhibit the growth of bacteria or similar microorganisms.

A classic example would be Amoxicillin.

While we are thankful for these drug discoveries, we must take note that antibiotics are losing their power because of overuse or misuse. The bacterias are getting smarter than humans; it's like we are waging war with an army of unseen enemies.

It is interesting to note that antibiotics are not only overused in the healthcare industry but also frequently used in veterinary and the agricultural industries.

Please take some time to read so you can understand why we ask for a prescription for antibiotics.

If there’s a point where antibiotics are no longer effective, one expert says we’re “already there.”