Sciensano

MARCH 27, 2024

Investigations show that these counterfeit ivermectin tablets are systematically underdosed or seriously contaminated with bacteria. Although several health authorities warned the public against using this medicine outside clinical trials, the medicine was widely used on a major scale in late 2020 and in 2021.

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Druggist

JANUARY 4, 2021

Both drugs are classified as prescription-only medicines (POM) and with this amoxicillin and flucloxacillin need to be prescribed by a qualified doctor, dentist or another qualified prescriber. Flucloxacillin is not listed as medicines allowed on FP10D type of NHS prescription. Licensed use of flucloxacillin and amoxicillin.

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Druggist

SEPTEMBER 1, 2020

Common drugs that can cause an acute episode of diarrhoea include: Antibiotics Antacids (especially magnesium-containing) Proton Pump Inhibitors (PPIs) such as omeprazole or esomeprazole Orlistat (weigh loss medication) Metformin ( anti-diabetic drug ) A virus, bacteria or parasites can cause acute episodes of diarrhoea.

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Druggist

JULY 29, 2020

The strongest over the counter steroid cream (OTC): legal classification Eumovate cream, which is available over the counter without a prescription, is classified as pharmacy-only ‘ P ‘ medication. ‘P’ medicines can only be sold in pharmacies, including online pharmacies with a pharmacist being present at the premises.

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Druggist

SEPTEMBER 20, 2020

Parents have only one option for baby thrush treatment – over the counter antifungal oral gel (Daktarin Sugar-Free 2% Oral Gel), which be purchased from pharmacies only. The following restrictions exist on the availability and supply of Daktarin Oral Gel: Daktarin Oral Gel is a pharmacy-only medicine.

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Druggist

MARCH 17, 2021

Lymecycline is a prescription-only medication, which means it needs to be prescribed by a doctor or another qualified prescriber for the supply to happen. Both drugs are the same medicines. Bacteria present inside the blocked pores grow and contribute to symptoms of acne. How does lymecycline work for acne?

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Druggist

DECEMBER 2, 2020

I will also talk about private services offered by online pharmacies to buy antibiotic creams. Antibiotic creams are prescription-only medicines. A doctor or another qualified prescribed needs to issue NHS or private prescription for supply to happen. It is unlikely for most pharmacies to stock this cream.

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