The following products will therefore no longer routinely be prescribed:
- Antifungal treatments
- Antihistamines
- Antiperspirants
- Bites and stings treatments
- Blepharitis wipes/lotion
- Conjunctivitis treatments
- Dandruff – cradle cap treatments
- Diarrhoea treatment
- Ear wax removers
- Emollients for mild dry skin conditions
- Headlice treatment
- Health supplements
- Indigestion / heartburn remedies
- Nasal decongestants
- Nicotine Replacement
- Simple pain relief
- Sore throat treatments
- Sunscreens
- Teething treatments
- Vitamins
- Warts and verruca treatments
Your local pharmacist will be able to recommend suitable products and provide self-care advice.
Further information about self-treating a range of common, minor ailments is also available online on the NHS website – www.nhs.uk