Expert advice
Dietary supplements in Graz
A dietary supplement can make up for an existing deficiency, yet it replaces neither a balanced diet nor a medical diagnosis. For this reason, we begin by establishing together with you whether supplementation makes sense at all, and only then go on to choose a preparation that is compatible with the rest of your medication.
When supplementation makes sense
Supplementation is chiefly worthwhile when a level has been shown to be low, when a particular stage of life brings with it an increased requirement, or when the diet temporarily leaves a gap that cannot be closed by other means. A typical example is folic acid for those hoping to conceive and during the first weeks of pregnancy, where we advise you on the choice of a suitable preparation.
Non-specific complaints such as tiredness do not in themselves demonstrate a deficiency. We are therefore happy to measure levels such as vitamin D or ferritin directly at the pharmacy. By contrast, we advise against high-dose preparations where no need has been established, particularly in the case of substances that can accumulate in the body.
ApoLife – the product line from the pharmacy
The dietary supplements of our own brand bear the name ApoLife. They are developed by pharmacists in Austria, contain carefully selected plant-based ingredients and nutrients, and are free from lactose and sugar and, for the most part, free from cholesterol.
We do not, however, judge which preparation is right for you on the strength of the label alone; rather, we take into account your long-term medication, any pregnancy and the preparations you are already taking.
Preparations made on our premises
Alongside ready-made products, we compound individual (magistral) preparations ourselves on the premises, among them ointments and creams, capsules, tea blends, syrups and tinctures, as well as aromatherapy and Bach flower blends. These are not dietary supplements but individually prepared remedies, which we make up on the basis of a medical prescription or following a personal consultation.
We dispense medicines exclusively as verified original products, and should a product not be in stock, we will gladly order it for you.
Visiting us on Heinrichstraße
You are welcome to visit us at Heinrichstraße 3, 8010 Graz during our opening hours, which are Monday to Friday, 8 am to 6 pm, and Saturday, 8 am to 12 noon. No appointment is necessary, and you can also reach us by telephone on +43 316 321128 or by email at info@apotheke-vorsehung.at.
There is a disabled parking space directly in front of the pharmacy, where we are glad to come out to your car on request; in addition, there are loading zones on both sides of Heinrichstraße.
Frequently asked
Can I buy dietary supplements on Heinrichstraße?
Yes. At Apotheke „Zur göttlichen Vorsehung“, Heinrichstraße 3, 8010 Graz, we offer expert advice and keep a selection of preparations ready for you, including our own ApoLife brand.
Can a dietary supplement replace a balanced diet?
No. Although a dietary supplement can make up for a deficiency, it replaces neither a balanced diet nor medical treatment or a doctor’s diagnosis.
Are ApoLife preparations lactose-free?
Yes, ApoLife dietary supplements are free from lactose and sugar and, for the most part, free from cholesterol. Where preparations from other manufacturers are concerned, we will gladly review their composition together with you.
What happens if a product is not in stock?
In that case, we will gladly order it for you. To this end, please tell us the name of the product or bring along the packaging of the preparation you have been using.
Should I take vitamin D as a precaution?
We advise against high-dose supplementation where no deficiency has been established. We would, however, be pleased to measure your vitamin D level directly at the pharmacy; for infants, the dose is determined by the paediatrician.
Do I need an appointment?
No. Our opening hours are Monday to Friday, 8 am to 6 pm, and Saturday, 8 am to 12 noon. If you would like to discuss several preparations or a list of your long-term medication, please allow a little more time.
