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
Men’s Health Week: How We Can Support You
Every year, Men’s Health Week takes place on the week leading up to and ending on Father’s Day. This year...
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Can You Stop Taking Statins?
You should not stop taking statins without speaking to your GP first. Stopping suddenly can cause your cholesterol to rise...
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13 Alternatives to Statins
Statins are one of the most prescribed treatments in the UK and are widely used to treat high cholesterol. However...
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Statins Interactions: What to AvoidÂ
Statins are generally safe and well-tolerated. However, like all medicines, they can interact with certain foods, drinks, and other medications...
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Wegovy Pills Dosage Schedule Explained
If you're considering weight loss pills, Wegovy tablets are one of the most talked-about options right now. But they aren't...
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Overweight vs Obesity: What’s the Difference and What Does It Mean for Your Health?
Overweight and obesity both describe carrying excess body fat, but they represent different levels of health risk with different recommended...
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Can the Contraceptive Pill Stop Your Periods?
If you've ever wished you could just skip your period, you're not alone. Whether it's for a holiday, a special...
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Norethisterone vs Provera: Which Period Delay Pill is Right For You?
Whether you've got a holiday coming up or a special event on the calendar, period delay pills can be the...
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10 Times You Might Want to Delay Your Period
Whether it's your wedding day, a holiday, or a sporting event, there are plenty of moments in life when your...
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GLP-1 Patches: Do They Work For Weight Loss?
If you've been scrolling through social media lately, you may have come across GLP-1 patches being promoted as a cheaper...
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