Category list : Non-prescription medicines
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Calcium supplements pose dementia risk in some women Subscription
An observational study revealed that older women with cerebrovascular disease were at increased risk of dementia if they took calcium supplements
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Vitamin D levels can affect aggressiveness of melanomas
Patients with malignant melanoma should not be advised to stay out of the sun without taking measures to ensure healthy levels of vitamin D, according to Julia Newton-Bishop, professor of dermatology at the University of Leeds.
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Omega-3 fatty acids improve recovery after heart attack Subscription
Patients taking a high dose of omega-3 fatty acids for six months had a significant reduction in markers of cardiac remodelling, study shows.
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Recommending dry eye treatments in community pharmacy
How community pharmacists can best manage patients with dry eye conditions.
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How polypharmacy has become a medical burden worldwide Subscription
More patients than ever are taking a multitude of medicines and supplements, but this can cause more harm than good.
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Early aspirin use after transient ischaemic attack cuts severe stroke risk by 90% Subscription
Large analysis of data shows taking aspirin within two weeks of transient ischaemic attack or stroke cuts risk of secondary stroke by over 90%.
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Study shows how proton pump inhibitors damage blood vessel cells Subscription
New research into harmful effects of PPIs suggests that the drugs impair vascular cells.
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How to reduce the risks associated with vitamin D self-supplementation Subscription
As the prevalence of vitamin D deficiency rises, the popularity of self-medicating with vitamin D supplements is growing. However, there is potential for overdosing and harm.
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Sales of over-the-counter medicines in 2015 by clinical area and top 50 selling brands Subscription
The over-the-counter products market grew by 2.5% in 2015 to reach £2.55bn, with painkillers accounting for 23.2% of sales, followed by cough and cold remedies (18.7%) and skin treatments (17.8%).
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Concerns with the use of human medicines to treat pets Subscription
A survey by a pet insurance company reported in the Veterinary Times highlights the problems associated with owners administering human over-the-counter (OTC) medicines to their animals.
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