8 h. ago Five common medications that make it hard to cope in the heat

Some commonly prescribed drugs can interfere with the body’s mechanisms to regulate temperature

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9 h. ago Five common medications that could cause problems in the UK heatwave

As the UK is set to sizzle in a heatwave this weekend, a pharmacist has warned that there are five common medications that could cause problems in the hot weather

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11 h. ago Common cough medicine could slow dementia in Parkinson’s patients, study hints

Cough medicine widely used in Europe remains unapproved for use in US, Canada, researchers say

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51 h. ago Brits on five common medications warned to stay indoors during June heatwave

As the UK continues to bask in the sunny weather, a warning has been issued to individuals on five different types of medication - urging them to take extra precautions

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55 h. ago Warning to those on five common medications as Scots to face piping temperatures

Hot weather this week may cause extra risk to those taking these five common medicines.

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58 h. ago Urgent alert for those on 5 common medications as UK braces for scorching temperatures

A pharmacist has issued a warning to anyone who takes these five different kinds of drugs - and gives advice on how to avoid problems as temps to hit 34C

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4 d. ago Common medicines could be depleting vital nutrients, experts warn

With nearly a billion prescriptions issued annually in England , and almost half the population taking medication regularly, mounting evidence suggests that many of the UK’s most frequently prescribed drugs may interfere with the body’s ability to absorb, utilise, or retain essential vitamins and minerals - potentially causing side effects and negatively impacting health

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5 d. ago Five common types of medication that make it hard to cope in the heat

Some commonly prescribed drugs can interfere with the body’s mechanisms to regulate temperature

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7 d. ago TV medic Dr Zoe warns against 'biggest wound care myth' that could lead to infection

The TV medic has urged Brits not to make this one common mistake when treating wounds

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2 w. ago Warning to anyone taking common tablets as Met Office says 33C heatwave looms

Brits taking a common type of medication should be prepared for potential adverse effects during spells of hot weather, experts have said, as new forecasts show 33C temperatures on the way

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2 w. ago Could this VERY common kitchen spice be stopping your medication from working? DR MARTIN SCURR replies

I have been prescribed the blood thinner edoxaban as I have atrial fibrillation. I also take turmeric to counteract joint pain, but have been advised to stop as they shouldn't be combined. Is this correct?

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2 w. ago Hay fever tablets: The common medicines you should never mix with antihistamines as pollen count spikes

The pollen count has been rising across the UK this week 🤧

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2 w. ago The common types of medication you shouldn’t have with coffee

While your morning brew might feel harmless, it can interact with certain medicines to reduce effectiveness or increase side effects

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3 w. ago Doctor says too much of popular pill can cause 'gut damage and ulcers'

A doctor warned that taking too much of a common medication could lead to serious complications

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3 w. ago Five common types of medication you shouldn’t have with coffee

While your morning brew might feel harmless, it can interact with certain medicines to reduce effectiveness or increase side effects

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3 w. ago Surge in private medical procedures as NHS cuts back on common surgeries

Operations such as cataract surgery went up by 39%, hernia repair by 110% and tonsillectomies by 105% - with procedures like these deemed 'of limited value' by the NHS.

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4 w. ago Coffee warning: Just one cup could trigger alarming effects for millions on common medication

The cup of coffee you drink in the morning contains caffeine, a stimulant that speeds up activity in your brain and nervous system.

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