Advantage Catalogue 29.08.2018 - 23.09.2018 4 page

Hearing Check Advantage Pharmacy and Australian Hearing have teamed up to offer the community FREE hearing checks.

The hearing checks will be conducted by experts from Australian Hearing, and available on selected days at participating Advantage Pharmacies across Australia.

Here are some signs that may indicate the need to have your hearing checked: • Ringing sensation in the ears • Constantly having to repeat what people are saying • Finding it hard to hear when there’s back ground noise • Family and friends notice that you talk too loudly and listen to audio on high volume A hearing check takes 15 minutes to complete and measures what sounds you can and can’t hear. The results are mapped on an audiogram which shows your hearing thresholds.

If results indicate you may have a hearing loss, Australian Hearing staff will assist you with the next steps you may have to take with regards to your hearing health.

Ask at store level about how to make a booking at your local participating Advantage Pharmacies across Australia!

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Getting Your Hearing Checked Did you know?

We hear noise through vibrations.

Sound travels along the ear canal and causes the eardrum to vibrate, which in turn causes movement of the 3 bones in the middle ear.

Then, the vibrations also get passed on to thousands of hair cells inside the cochlea which is the hearing organ. These hair cells send a signal to the brain which interprets it as sound.

Gentle vibrations make soft sounds, while large vibrations make loud sounds. We can also distinguish pitch through how rapid the vibrations are.

Hearing checks test a person’s ability to hear the loudness and pitch of sounds. The audiologists that conduct the hearing checks would chart your results on a graph called an audiogram.

Audiologists can assess your degree of hearing loss as well as identifying whether it is caused by problems in certain parts of the ear.

Ask your local Advantage Pharmacist about how you can get your hearing check today!

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Jocelyn Bryan Pharmacist at our Black Rock store in Victoria.

Ear Wax Build Up Did you know? Ear wax is actually keeping your ears clean!

The skin that lines the ear canal secretes a waxy substance called cerumen. It is produced to protect the delicate skin of the ear canal, and its stickiness is designed to trap bacteria, dirt and other irritants therefore it also helps prevent infections.

The waxy substance will eventually migrate towards the outer ear. Movements of your jaw through chewing and talking help move the wax out of the ear canal.

Unfortunately, sometimes the wax can build up in the ear canal and cause blockage. Some people tend to be more prone to this, if they have a tendency to produce a lot of ear wax. Additionally, since ear wax is designed to trap dirt and bacteria, if your surrounding environment is dusty you may also be more prone to blockage of the ear canals.

When your ears are blocked due to a build up of ear wax, you would often experience symptoms such as a sensation of fullness inside the ear and mild deafness. In some cases, it may also cause earache and ringing in the ear.

Ear wax build up is harmless in most cases, and can easily be treated by using common Over-The-Counter products which can loosen up the ear wax so it can move naturally out of the ear more easily. Ask your local Advantage Pharmacist on tips of how to best use the ear wax remover products.

Zyrtec* 10mg 30 Tablets

Voltaren*

Osteo Gel 12 Hourly 100g

21

$

.99 each

22

$

.99 each

Flixonase* 24 Hour Relief 120 Sprays

Panadol Children* 1-5 Years Orange or Strawberry 200ml

14.99

$

each

12.99

$

30%F

55%F

OF

Auralgan* Ear Drops 15ml

9.99

$

each

Oral B

Pro-Health Advanced Toothpaste 110g or Clinical Rinse 500ml

FROM

3

$ .49

each

OF

Ostelin**

Vitamin D 130 Capsules or Vitamin D & Calcium 130 Tablets

12.99

$

each

Save $17.00

ON SALE 29th August - 23rd September 2018 *Your pharmacist will advise you whether the preparation is suitable for your condition. Always read the label. Use only as directed. Incorrect use could be harmful. If symptoms persist, see your Healthcare Professional. **Vitamins may only be of assistance if your dietary intake is inadequate. The pharmacist reserves the right not to supply when contrary to our professional and ethical obligation. Retail quantities only.

Limits Apply. RRP – the save prices listed are calculated from suppliers RRP at the time of preparation and when no such price exists is the retail price found at competing retailers. All products may not be available from all Advantage Pharmacies. Sorry no rainchecks.

Zyrtec*

Kids Sugar Free Oral Liquid 75ml

Telfast*

Kids Oral Liquid 150ml

Optrex*

Refreshing Eye Drops for Tired Eyes 10ml

10

$

.99

11

$

each

.99

6

each

$ .99

each

Zyrtec*

Kids Sugar Free Oral Drops 20ml

Telfast*

180mg 10 Tablets

Optrex*

Eye Drops for Redness and Sore Eyes 10ml

16

$

.99

9

each

$ .99 each

6

$ .99

Save 51c UP TO

each

Zyrtec*

Kids Sugar Free Oral Liquid 200ml

Telfast*

180mg 30 Tablets

Optrex*

Eye Wash with Eye Bath 110ml

18

$

.99

21

$

each

.99

each

10.99

$

each

Save $1.96

Zyrtec*

32.99

$

10mg 50 Tablets

Flo*

10.95

$

Sinus Care Starter Kit 12 Sachets

Optrex*

OF

14.99

Cleansing Wipes 25 Pack or Cleanser 150ml/250ml Selected Varieties

FROM

5

$ .99

Ego QV Face

Day Cream 75g or Night Cream 50g

FROM

12

$

.99

each

Save $5.00

35%F

BONUS

OF

150ml QV Face Foaming Cleaner with purchase Ego QV Face

each

$

ActiMist 2in1 Eye Spray for Dry + Irritated Eyes 10ml

20%F

2O0F%F

each

17.99

$

each

Save $11.96

www.facebook.com/advantagepharmacy *Your pharmacist will advise you whether the preparation is suitable for your condition. Always read the label. Use only as directed. Incorrect use could be harmful. If symptoms persist, see your Healthcare Professional. **Vitamins may only be of assistance if your dietary intake is inadequate. The pharmacist reserves the right not to supply when contrary to our professional and ethical obligation. Retail quantities only.

Limits Apply. RRP – the save prices listed are calculated from suppliers RRP at the time of preparation and when no such price exists is the retail price found at competing retailers. All products may not be available from all Advantage Pharmacies. Sorry no rainchecks.

Caltrate**

Caltrate**

600mg Calcium Supplement 120 Tablets

Caltrate**

Bone Health 100 Tablets

20%F

$

9

.99 each

Save $2.51

Blackmores**

Helps to support healthy bones and helps optimise calcium absorption.

12

$

11.99

$

each

Relieve symptoms of colds and flu including sore throat and cough

14.99

$

each

each

50%F

19.99

7

each

Save $8.00

Green Lipped Mussel and Turmeric with BioP 100 Vege Capsules or Vitamin D3 1000IU 400 Capsules

each

Save $7.98

19.98

$

each

Save $19.98

45%F OF

Relieves pain and helps improve joint mobility and reduce cartilage wear.

42.99

$

Swisse**

Men’s Ultivite 120 Tablets

55%F

OF

Provides support during stress and assists energy levels, stamina and vitality.

30.99

$

each

Save $38.96

Blooms Health Products**

OF

Provides support during stress and assists energy levels, stamina and vitality.

30.99

$

Super Colloidal Silica Twin Pack 120 Vegetarian Capsules

50%F

50%F

OF

23.48

$

each

Save $38.96

Blooms Health Products**

Curcumin 600 Plus 60 Capsules

Helps provide temporary relief from the pain and inflammation associated with rheumatism and arthritis.

each

Save $37.00

55%F

OF

Australian owned.

Formulated by industry experts and tested to the highest standards.

each

Save $18.00

50%F

OF

$ .98

21.99

Swisse**

Blooms Health Products**

Lysine 500mg 60 Capsules

Blackmores**

$

OF

Save $4.51

Blooms Health Products**

Preserves macular eye health. Provides nutrients to macular region.

each

Save $3.00

Joint Formula Advanced 120 Tablets

Women’s Ultivite 120 Tablets

$

18.99

$

OF

25%F

Helps support urinary tract health and is an antioxidant.

Adult multivitamin and minerals dietary supplement that is complete from A to Zinc.

45%F

Save $12.50

OF

each

Save $5.00

OF

20%F

15.99

12.99

$

Macu-Vision Plus 60 Tablets

High Strength Cranberry 30 Capsules

$

Combines calcium and vitamin D to support healthy bones & muscles, and minerals for bone strength and flexibility.

Blackmores**

Swisse Ultiboost**

Magnesium 60 Tablets

OF

45%F

Save $10.00

Swisse Ultiboost**

Helps fight the symptoms of cold sores and herpes viruses.

each

Echinacea Ace + Zinc 60 Tablets

OF

Relieves muscle cramps, spasms, nervous tension and mild anxiety.

.99

Save $4.00

45%F

A potent formula to give you a boost of vitamin C to support your immune system.

25%F

OF

Blackmores**

Bio C 1000mg 62 Tablets

Advance for Adults 100 Tablets or Advance 50+ 100 Tablets

20%F

OF

Helps to support healthy bones and optimise calcium absorption.

Helps keep you moving.

Centrum**

Bone & Muscle 100 Tablets

each

Save $23.48

OF

Formulated for luxuriant hair, beautiful nails, healthy skin and connecting tissue.

25.98

$

each

Save $25.98

ON SALE 29th August - 23rd September 2018 *Your pharmacist will advise you whether the preparation is suitable for your condition. Always read the label. Use only as directed. Incorrect use could be harmful. If symptoms persist, see your Healthcare Professional. **Vitamins may only be of assistance if your dietary intake is inadequate. The pharmacist reserves the right not to supply when contrary to our professional and ethical obligation. Retail quantities only.

Limits Apply. RRP – the save prices listed are calculated from suppliers RRP at the time of preparation and when no such price exists is the retail price found at competing retailers. All products may not be available from all Advantage Pharmacies. Sorry no rainchecks.

8

$ .99

Childrens Pain & Fever Relief 200ml

Otrivin*

8

$ .99

Nasal Drops Adult Metered Dose 10ml

Metamucil**

Fibre Supplement 100 capsules

each

each

18

$

.99 each

Save $4.01

Advil*

8

$ .99

Rapid Release 48 Tablets

Nuromol*

6

$ .99

Ibuprofen 200mg & Paracetamol 500mg 12 Tablets

Metamucil**

Fibre Supplement Orange Smooth 72 Doses

each

14

$

Rapid Release 96 Tablets

Panadol Rapid* 80 Caplets

each

17

$

Advil*

.99 each

Crampeze Forte** Night Cramps 60 Tablets

Save $4.01

.99 each

12

$

.99

3

$ .99

Ibuprofen 200mg & Paracetamol 500mg 12 Tablets

Panadol Osteo*

6

.95 each

Crampeze**

Save $9.00

Menevit supports sperm health

Elevit*

5

$ .99 each

Auralgan* Ear Drops 15ml

9

$ .99 each

59.99

$

each

each

Save $11.00

Menevit**

Pregnancy Vitamins & Minerals 100 Tablets 24 Capsules

Male Fertility Vitamins & Minerals 90 Capsules

64.99

$

each

Save $20.00

www.facebook.com/advantagepharmacy *Your pharmacist will advise you whether the preparation is suitable for your condition. Always read the label. Use only as directed. Incorrect use could be harmful. If symptoms persist, see your Healthcare Professional. **Vitamins may only be of assistance if your dietary intake is inadequate. The pharmacist reserves the right not to supply when contrary to our professional and ethical obligation. Retail quantities only.

Limits Apply. RRP – the save prices listed are calculated from suppliers RRP at the time of preparation and when no such price exists is the retail price found at competing retailers. All products may not be available from all Advantage Pharmacies. Sorry no rainchecks.

Your local outlet is

each

23.95

$

Night Cramps 120 Capsules

Elevit supports baby’s healthy development

De-Gas*

each

$ .99

96 Caplets

each

23

$

Mersynofen*

Art by: Ad Force 03 9518 7666

Advil*

Hearing Loss Hearing loss refers to reduced hearing which can considerably affect personal and work life.

There are two main types of hearing loss: 1. Hearing loss caused by obstruction due to impacted ear wax or malfunctions in the outer or middle ear.

2. Hearing loss caused by damage to the hair cells in the inner ear which often deteriorates as you age, or the damage can be caused by exposure to loud noise, chemicals, medications, even diseases such as meningitis.

Ear care is therefore important, as a range of conditions and events can contribute to hearing loss. Here are some tips to reduce your risk of hearing loss: • Take care when cleaning your ears to avoid damaging the delicate skin in the ear canals • Avoid swimming in dirty water • Dry your ears after bathing or swimming • Avoid hearing damage through injury by taking care when playing sports • Avoid exposure to loud noises or wear personal hearing protection if using loud equipment.

Ask your local Advantage Pharmacist about how you can get your hearing check today!

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Your Ears Other than to hear, our ears also play an important role in keeping our balance.

The inner ear contains the vestibular system which is the organ of balance. Together with our vision and movement sensors in the skin, muscles, and joints, our brain processes the position of our body and thus determines our balance.

Unfortunately, our ears can experience problems which affect our hearing and balance.

Some common problems include: • Hearing loss or deafness, which can be congenital or acquired later in life • A build up of ear wax which can cause temporary deafness • Dizziness, vertigo, and loss of balance • Sensation of ringing in the ears, also known as tinnitus • Ear infections caused by bacteria

Ask your local Advantage Pharmacist about suitable Over-The-Counter solutions for some of these common ear problems, and get referred to a medical professional if required.

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