Medicines - tips for the safe use of medicines
Every year thousands of problems arise from misuse of medicines. Find out how to use them safely.
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Osteoporosis self-care
Osteoporosis is when your bones become thinner and more likely to break. Find out what products are available for osteoporosis.
Pharmacy CareSinus and nasal problems
Most sinus problems are due to allergy, infection, or a foreign substance inhaled up the nose. Find out what products are available for sinus and nasal problems.
Pharmacy CareRubella self-care
Rubella (German measles or three-day measles) is caused by a virus different from the measles virus. It is spread by coughing and sneezing. Find out what products are available for rubella.
Pharmacy CarePoisonings
Poisoning is a common cause of hospital admissions for adults and children, and common household medicines are the leading cause of poisoning. Find out more about poisonings.
Pharmacy CareMumps self-care
Mumps is a viral infection of the salivary glands on the neck, below your ears. Mumps is most common in school-aged children and young adults. Find out what products are available for mumps.
Pharmacy CareIrritable bowel syndrome self-care
Irritable bowel syndrome is common, with around 20% of people likely to suffer from it at some time. IBS involves abdominal pain with changes in bowel habits. Find out what products are available for IBS.
Pharmacy CareMeasles self-care
Measles is a highly infectious disease caused by a virus. It is most common in children and is spread by coughing, sneezing or sometimes kissing. Find out what products are available for measles.
Pharmacy CareIron-deficiency anaemia, pharmacy treatment options
Anaemia is when you do not produce enough haemoglobin, leading to you feeling tired and weak. A common cause is iron deficiency. Find out what products are available from your pharmacy.
Pharmacy CareHair loss self-care
Hair loss can be normal (hereditary hair loss), or abnormal, which is usually temporary. Hair loss can affect men, women and children. Find out what products are available for hair loss.
Pharmacy CareThe correct way to wear a face mask
We often see people wearing face masks in different ways. But what is the recommended way to protect you and others?
Practice ConnectOsteoarthritis self-care
Osteoarthritis is a form of arthritis in which your joint cartilage becomes damaged, and affected joints are painful and stiff. Find out what products are available for osteoarthritis.
Pharmacy CareMigraine self-care
A migraine is typically a headache with moderate to severe throbbing or pounding on one side of your head, and can last from 4 hours to 3 days.
Pharmacy CareSore throat: self-care
A sore throat makes swallowing difficult and painful. Sore throat is common because it is associated with the common cold. Find out what products are available for sore throat.
Pharmacy CareShingles self-care
Shingles is a painful viral skin rash that usually appears on one side of your waist, but can affect your chest, back, legs or face.
Pharmacy CarePsoriasis self-care
Psoriasis is a skin condition that can occur anywhere on your skin. Find out what products are available for psoriasis.
Pharmacy CareDry coughs
A dry cough is non-productive and irritating, and sometimes causes a tickly throat. Find out what products are available for a dry cough.
Pharmacy CarePrimolut N Tablets
Primolut N Tablets
Panadeine Forte Tablets
Panadeine Forte Tablets
Canesten Clotrimazole Thrush Treatment 6 Day Pessary
Canesten Clotrimazole Thrush Treatment 6 Day Pessary
Grapefruit interactions with medicines
Grapefruit and its juice can cause interactions with some medicines, which can have serious or potentially deadly consequences.
MedicinesColds
A cold is an infection caused by a virus. It usually lasts two to three days and does not cause serious illness in healthy people. Find out what products are available for colds.
Pharmacy CarePrescription medicines: 10 tips for using them safely
Here are some quick tips to help you make the most of the medicine your doctor prescribes and ensure that you take and dispose of it safely.
MedicinesVaginal thrush: self-care
Vaginal thrush is a yeast infection and some women suffer from recurrent episodes. Symptoms include itching and irritation in your genital area. Find what products are available for vaginal thrush.
Pharmacy CareFoot care
Common foot care problems include fungal foot infections, e.g. athlete's foot and fungal nail infections, and warts, corns and calluses. Find out what products are available for foot care.
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