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Dears Pharmacy and PocDoc launch lipid testing service

Scheme uses smartphone testing and includes a statin prescribing option.

17 May 2022 , 1 Min Article

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Statins may protect against Parkinsonian symptoms

The reduction in Parkinsonism was more marked in those receiving higher doses.

05 May 2022 , 1 Min Article

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Exercise better than paracetamol for osteoarthritis, says NICE

'Regular and consistent exercise' is the first line treatment, says NICE.

04 May 2022 , 1 Min Article

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Exercise better than paracetamol for osteoarthritis, says NICE

'Regular and consistent exercise' is the first line treatment, says NICE.

04 May 2022 , 1 Min Article

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Twice-a-year injection for high blood pressure undergoes trial

The treatment could replace the need for daily pills if the study is successful.

27 Apr 2022 , 1 Min Article

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Mixed reaction to proposed oxybutynin POM to P switch

Some pharmacists have criticised a proposal to reclassify the drug for overactive bladder in women.

25 Apr 2022 , 2 Min Article

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Hampshire MP says HRT has run out 'completely' in constituency

Caroline Nokes MP says local pharmacies have run out of HRT gel.

22 Apr 2022 , 1 Min Article

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MHRA highlights Nordic pregabalin risk study

Slightly higher risk of major congenital malformations when pregabalin is taken in pregnancy.

21 Apr 2022 , 1 Min Article

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GPhC condemns 'unacceptable' reports of valproate supply without warning leaflet

A Sunday Times report revealed prescribers are supplying pregnant women with the drug without proper information.

20 Apr 2022 , 1 Min Article

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Two new antimicrobial drugs set to launch in UK market

NICE issues draft recommendation for drugs developed through new 'subscription' payment model.

13 Apr 2022 , 1 Min Article

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Oral anticoagulants benefit new AF patients

Risk of stroke and death in new AF patients reduced, finds a new study based in general practices.

25 Mar 2022 , 1 Min Article

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Risks of sodium-containing paracetamol highlighted

Research has linked sodium-containing paracetamol with increased risks of CVD.

18 Mar 2022 , 1 Min Article

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RPS calls on Government to ban DNP completely

At least 30 people in the UK died after taking 2,4-Dinitrophenol between 2017 and 2020 .

11 Mar 2022 , 1 Min Article

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Vaping in young adults does not lead to regular smoking, claims study

The researchers estimated one in 10 teenagers who use e-cigarettes will go on to smoke consistently.

10 Mar 2022 , 1 Min Article

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Number of prescribed antidepressants on the rise in England

More than 21 million drugs were prescribed between October and December 2021.

03 Mar 2022 , 1 Min Article

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'Smart' insulin pens available on NHS for the first time

The new Novo Nordisk pens record dosing data and may help improve glucose levels.

01 Mar 2022 , 1 Min Article

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