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Initiate conversation by asking if you can help in the fi rst instance and offer the use of a private consultation area if it feels appropriate. As bladder weakness can result from a number of causes, expect men and women of all ages to be seeking advice. It may be that the product is for the use of a family member or patient and therefore it is important that customers receive advice to ensure they consider the correct size and level of absorbency needed for the recipient, as well as whether they are able to apply the product unaided.


For heavy incontinence, the Alvita range includes bed pads and pull-up pants, as well as all-in-ones that are suitable for day and night purposes. Key features of the products include:


• A specially designed air system, to make the products breathable and minimise the risk of skin irritation.


• An odour neutraliser to ensure freshness.


• Elasticated leg cuffs to prevent sideways leaks.


• A super-absorbent core to quickly trap fl uids and prevent leakages.


• Hypoallergenic – latex and chlorine- free.


• A variety of sizes from small to super.


In addition to the features offered by these high-quality products, their competitive pricing allows patients to use these high-quality products for a relatively small cost, facilitating the effective management of their condition.


For lighter incontinence, the new Alvita range includes ultra-discreet absorbent pads for men and women, which feature:


• An ultra-absorbent core that rapidly traps fl uid to keep skin dry all day.


• A soft embossed top sheet to keep moisture away from the skin for comfort and dryness.


• An odour neutraliser to ensure freshness.


• Individually wrapped pads for improved hygiene and discretion.


The men’s pad also has a contoured shape for added comfort and leakage protection.


References 1 http://www.patient.co.uk/doctor/urinary- incontinence-pro


Wound care is a large part of a pharmacy’s front of shop. Many pharmacy counter assistants and pharmacists are trained in fi rst aid, and are familiar with the appropriate equipment and advice for certain ailments, which encourages loyalty and repeat customers.


Skin wounds are a common health concern which can vary from abrasions, lacerations, rupture injuries and punctures, to penetrating wounds. Treating pressure sores in bedridden or elderly patients is a large part of wound care. Addressing wounds quickly and effectively with dressings and wound closures will minimise cosmetic scaring and infection, while also making the patient more comfortable.


Alvita’s surgical wound care range includes dressings, bandages, wipes, and tapes to clean and dress any kind of wound. High quality products and packaging that supports accurate dispensing, and competitive pricing, backed by twice-daily delivery and customer service support from Alliance Healthcare, all add up to a reliable range with great margins for pharmacists and real value for customers.


For more Alvita product information, call 0203 044 8398 or email alvita@allaince-healthcare.co.uk


BENEFITTING THE PHARMACY BUSINESS


glad that the Alvita range includes incontinence products. The proprietary brand that previously ‘saturated’ the market now has some great competition. Women particularly seem to accept that the other brand could be irritating to those sensitive female parts and in my opinion is leading to an increase in use of topical thrush creams.


Lauder’s Pharmacy staff Laura, Lesley and Margaret


Hilary Evans, of Lauder Pharmacy, tells Scottish Pharmacist more about the benefi ts of using the Alvita range, not only for her customers, but also the business.


“In Lauder, a rural village situated about 25 miles south of Edinburgh, we have a wide range of ages we


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cater for and a signifi cant number of seniors who require the biggest portion of our time. Women with incontinence issues, sensitive bladders and regular occurrences of UTI’s are no exception.


“Both pharmacists who work in Lauder Pharmacy have completed training on this subject and we’re


“Customer feedback suggests that the Alvita range of incontinence pads is more comfortable and so we are anticipating a decrease in the requirements for prescriptions of clotrimazole as a result.


“Another great benefi t is that the Alvita range is less expensive. Some women receive a monthly supply of pads on the NHS and we are fi nding that women who receive these for free are still willing to pay for the Alvita range as they fi nd them so much more comfortable. We were committed to supplying this group


of customers with a choice as soon as the Alvita range became available and supplying a few pads, free of charge, to them has paid off as they return for more.


“We have a small pharmacy with limited storage so we appreciate the ability to order in singles and to be supplied in the next available delivery. We stock other items in the Alvita range too. One worth mentioning is the blood pressure monitor which is less expensive than the other leading brands. As an independent prescriber who runs hypertension clinics, I regularly suggest patients purchase a monitor when home BP measurements end up being the best way to determine their actual blood pressure. I appreciate the choice that the Alvita BP monitor gives my patients.


“Thank you Alvita for your range of patient care products!


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