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Advice from behind our counter
The questions we answer most, written down properly — by pharmacists, for life in Beirut. No miracle claims, no product pushing.
Choosing sunscreen for Lebanon's sun: a pharmacist's guide
What SPF really means, why texture decides whether you'll actually wear it, and how much to apply on a Corniche afternoon.
Dermo-cosmeticsVichy vs La Roche-Posay vs CeraVe vs Cetaphil: which is right for your skin?
An honest comparison of the pharmacy skincare brands — what each does best, and who should skip which.
WellnessVitamins & supplements: five questions to ask before you buy
How to tell a useful supplement from an expensive habit, and the interactions people never think about.
MedicinesHow prescriptions work in Lebanon: originals, generics and availability
Why the same medicine has three prices, what "registered equivalent" means, and what to do in a shortage.
NeighborhoodA pharmacy guide for AUB students and Ras Beirut residents
What to keep in your dorm kit, how to handle a prescription from home, and where to go when we're closed.
Travel healthThe visitor's pharmacy guide to Beirut
What you can buy without a prescription, what to pack, and how to handle a health problem while traveling in Lebanon.
FamilyBaby & mother care essentials: a Beirut pharmacist's checklist
What to have at home before the baby arrives, correct fever dosing by weight, and when to call the doctor.