Dickies Pharmacy Kingswells

01/05/2026

Monday 4th May 2026 is a Public Holiday in Grampian. A full list of all the pharmacies open is available at the link below.

https://www.communitypharmacy.scot.nhs.uk/nhs-grampian/pages/public-holiday-opening-hours/

29/04/2026

Congratulations to Claire for passing her Accuracy Checking Course 🎉

28/04/2026

⚠Medicines Recall - Sertraline 100mg Tablets - Amarox Brand

All packs of Sertraline 100mg, AMAROX brand, Batch number V2500425 have been recalled as a precautionary measure.

We don't believe that we have dispensed any of this brand to patients but please can you double check. If you have the impacted product then please contact the pharmacy.

The batch number and expiry date information can be found on the outer carton.

If you are unsure then please pop in to the pharmacy with your medication and we can check.

28/04/2026

Grampian Sexual Health Services have launched the following two surveys:

Grampian Sexual Health Services have launched the following two surveys:

Contraception survey: We are inviting women living in Grampian to share their experiences and views on contraception. Your feedback will help us understand what is working well, what challenges people face, and how local sexual health services can be improved: https://ow.ly/1yZN50YQvvV

PrEP Survey: We are gathering feedback to help improve access to HIV prevention and sexual health services across Grampian. This short, anonymous survey asks about your awareness and experiences of PrEP, as well as any barriers you may have faced when seeking information, testing, or support. Your responses will help NHS Grampian understand what is working well and where services could be made easier to use: https://ow.ly/PKoV50YQvvW

Both are short surveys to complete and are anonymous.

27/04/2026

Taking antihistamines while breastfeeding - know the facts

Many people suffer with hay fever symptoms at this time of year. The breastfeeding network has some great information on taking antihistamines while breastfeeding. Find out more here:

https://www.breastfeedingnetwork.org.uk/factsheet/antihistamines/

Or come in and ask one of our pharmacists for advice.

27/04/2026

We will be closed on Monday 4th May for the public holiday.

🗓️ Public Holiday Alert 🪐 May the 4th be with you… and your prescriptions ready.

If you have a repeat prescription, ensure your supplies are sufficient to last through the May Day holiday weekend.

🚀 Order only what you need NOW - don’t wait for a last-minute mission.

💊 Collect from your pharmacy before the holiday begins.

🩹 Some community pharmacies will be open on 4th May 2026 to help with minor illnesses and expert advice.

👉 Plot your course here (open pharmacies): www.communitypharmacy.scot.nhs.uk/nhs-grampian/pages/public-holiday-opening-hours

🚑 Keep emergency services free for those who genuinely need them.

20/04/2026

Visit NHS inform to find out more about the free online resources available to improve your mental wellbeing.

☁️SilverCloud - a website with courses that help you learn new ways to deal with the challenges you’re facing.

☀️Daylight - a digital programme to improve anxiety based on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT).

💤Sleepio - a digital sleep improvement programme based on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT).

Find out more: https://nhs24.info/mental_wellbeing

20/04/2026

⚠️Medicines Recall - RAMIPRIL 10mg caps ⚠️

All packs of Ramipril 10mg capsules, CRESCENT BRAND, Batch number GR174091 are being recalled as a precautionary measure.

If you were prescribed ramipril 10mg capsules and have received the impacted product, please contact the pharmacy.

The batch number and expiry date information can be found on the outer carton.

If you are unsure or have any questions, please pop in to the pharmacy with your medication.

20/04/2026

⚠️Medicines Recall - RAMIPRIL 10mg caps ⚠️

All packs of Ramipril 10mg capsules, CRESCENT BRAND, Batch number GR174091 are being recalled as a precautionary measure.

If you were prescribed ramipril 10mg capsules and have received the impacted product, please contact the pharmacy.

The batch number and expiry date information can be found on the outer carton.

If you are unsure or have any questions, please pop in to the pharmacy with your medication.

16/04/2026

In this video, we sit down with Gordon, a specialist gastroenterology dietitian, to discuss the important topic of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) and its rel...

15/04/2026

April is Stress Awareness Month.

You can take a "stress test" here: https://www.stress.org.uk/

Lots of good advice here: https://www.nhsinform.scot/mind-to-mind/handling-stress/