Guides
What is this Health Advice & Guides section?
This Advice & Guides section is home to a range of guides that gives you advice on a wide range of topics. The topics we cover are based on common questions that we receive as a pharmacy, including questions based on what to take for hay fever or what you can take if you are pregnant, for example.
New guides will be available regularly so keep coming back to find more advice and guidance on medical queries and issues.
Latest Guides
Atorvastatin Tablets
Atorvastatin is a statin medicine that lowers cholesterol, which can reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke It’s available...
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Statins Side Effects
Statins are among the most prescribed medications in the UK. They’re used to lower cholesterol and reduce the risk of...
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Provera (Medroxyprogesterone) Side Effects
Provera, also available as generic medroxyprogesterone, is a progestogen-only tablet that can be prescribed off-label for period delay. While Provera...
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Norethisterone Side Effects: What You Need to Know
If you've been prescribed norethisterone (also sold under the brand name Utovlan) or you're thinking about taking it to delay...
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Does Stress Affect Your Weight?
Stress is a normal part of life. But when it becomes constant, it can significantly affect both your physical and...
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Access to Pharmacy and Prescriptions in the UK
Demand for NHS prescriptions continues to rise across England. Data from the NHS Business Services Authority (BSA) shows that community...
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Semaglutide For Weight Loss and Diabetes
Semaglutide is a prescription medicine used in the UK to treat type 2 diabetes and support weight management in eligible...
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11 Pros and 7 Cons of the Contraceptive Pill
There’s a reason why the contraceptive pill is so popular: its benefits often go far beyond birth control. It can...
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How to Brush Your Teeth Correctly
You probably think you know how to brush your teeth. And you might be right! But studies suggest that a...
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Best Condoms for Every Need
There are a lot of condoms out there, and knowing which is the right one for you can be challenging...
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