48 h. ago Everyone on omeprazole for heartburn issued urgent warning by doctor

The meds are usually used to regulate heartburn and acid reflux.

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58 h. ago Anyone taking omeprazole issued 'you've been warned' alert by doctor

The health specialist is urging people to be mindful of the repercussions of long-term use

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6 d. ago Omeprazole warning issued by NHS for people with two conditions

NHS patients have been urged to take omeprazole with caution if it has been purchased over the counter. Experts have warned customers about the long-term effects

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6 d. ago NHS issues omeprazole warning to people who take common medication

The NHS has issued a warning about the potential risks associated with long-term use of omeprazole, a common tablet used to treat heartburn and indigestion

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6 d. ago NHS issues omeprazole warning to those taking heartburn and indigestion drug

The NHS has a warning about the medication, which is one of the most commonly prescribed in the UK, on its website

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6 d. ago Omeprazole users issued with urgent NHS warning over 'common' use of heartburn tablets

Omeprazole is one of the most commonly prescribed tablets in the UK with the most recent figures showing 73 million NHS scripts for the drug

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9 d. ago NHS Lanarkshire urge 'at risk' people with heart conditions to get flu vaccine

Flu causes inflammation and puts extra stress on the heart and circulatory system which can lead to hospitalisation from heart-related problems.

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1 week ago Medical cannabis on NHS could unlock £13.3bn for economy and get thousands back to work

A new report has suggested that increasing access to medical cannabis on the NHS could help thousands of people with long-term health conditions return to employment

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