Medicine Cupboard.

It is a good idea to keep some or all of the medicines listed below at home to deal with minor illnesses. They are all cheap are readily available from our Pharmacy and do not require a prescription.

Please note: They should be kept in a secure place where children cannot reach them and contained in bottles with childproof tops.

Always follow the instructions and advice given with the medicine. If in doubt, your pharmacist will be able to advise you.

Paracetamol Tablets or Mixture: - this can be used for pain and fevers. It is particularly effective in viral illnesses such as colds and flu.

Aspirin: - can be used by adults and children over 16 years of age. (It should be avoided in people with asthma and those with a history of indigestion or ulcers.) It can be used as an alternative to paracetamol for pain and fever control. Some people find that gargling with two aspirin dissolved in a small amount of water is particularly good for sore throats.

lbuprofen Tablets or Suspension: - for adults and children over one year of age. (It should be avoided in people with asthma and those with a history of indigestion or ulcers.) It can be used as an alternative to paracetamol for pain and fever control.

Calamine Lotion: - for dabbing (not rubbing) on insect bites, stings, sunburn and chickenpox.

Plasters, Simple Dry Dressings, Cotton Wool: - can be used for cleaning and dressing minor cuts and grazes.

Thermometer: - this is useful for checking fevers and monitoring effectiveness of fever-relieving treatments.

Antihistamines: - for any allergic reaction including hayfever, itching and swelling associated with insect bites and stings etc.

Tweezers: - for removing splinters.
 

Our pharmacist can give useful advice about these and other medicines you may be taking.