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More OTC use will save NHS £1.7 billion a year, claims report

The report said the value the OTC sector brings to avoided work absence equated to £18 billion.

24 Jul 2023

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GPs should prescribe OTC medicines to people struggling to pay

A report by Healthwatch England said OTC medicines should be offered to patients on prescription based on “socioeconomic grounds.”

06 Jun 2023

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Help customers get a better night's sleep

Understand how to make effective interventions to support customers with short-term sleep problems

13 Mar 2023

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Advising on cough

Watch this 2 minute video to get clear on what you can recommend for customers with coughs

23 Feb 2023

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The role of nasal cleansing in protecting against colds and flu

Learning for the pharmacy team

27 Jan 2023

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Haleon launches new centre for human sciences

First project will focus on how pharmacy teams can help patients manage their pain

26 Sep 2022

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Pharmacist engagement a top priority for new OTC company

OTC medicines company Haleon will fully demerge from GSK this year.

31 Mar 2022

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Maximising the hay fever opportunity

Cathy Crossthwaite, Numark OTC business development executive, suggests ways to make the most of the hay fever category.

22 Mar 2022

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Rescue line-up sees new addition

Balance & Positivity contains saffron, L-theanine, vitamins B5 and B12, and Rescue Flower Essences.

13 Jan 2022

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One in seven adults spends over £100 on OTC medicines each year

A survey from an online pharmacy breaks down OTC spending habits by age bracket.

07 Jan 2022

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It's cold and flu season

Pharmacy staff have a vital role to play in encouraging vaccination uptake and protecting customers general health this winter.

10 Nov 2021

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OTC drug cuts save just £6m in 18 months

Scrapping OTC prescriptions saved the Government just £6m between January 2019 and July 2020, despite hopes of saving £100m each year.

25 Aug 2020

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