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OTC oral care

Refresh your knowledge on fluoride supplements and treatments for gingivitis and oral thrush

15 Jun 2016 , 900 Min Module

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OTC acne treatment

This article discusses the various types of topical acne treatment and their effectiveness

17 May 2016 , 900 Min Module

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Wound care and minor injuries

Dressings are continually evolving both to improve wound healing and to reduce pain and discomfort during the process. Charles Gladwin looks at some of the factors to consider around dressings and plasters for minor injuries

09 May 2016 , 900 Min Module

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Pet health: treating fleas and ticks

Charles Gladwin considers the lifecycle of fleas and ticks, their prevalence, the sorts of problems they cause for pets (and humans), and approaches to dealing with infestations

14 Apr 2016 , 900 Min Module

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Treating dandruff and seborrhoea of the scalp

Alan Nathan considers OTC treatment of these common scalp conditions

14 Apr 2016 , 900 Min Module

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OTC treatment of haemorrhoids

Alan Nathan summarises the contents and mode of action, and use of OTC haemorrhoid preparations

09 Mar 2016 , 900 Min Module

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OTC treatment of colic and infant pain

Colic is a distressing condition for babies and parents alike, although the causes remain unknown. Alan Nathan explains how OTC medicines can be used to ease symptoms

11 Feb 2016 , 900 Min Module

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OTC Medicines Checklist: Minor Eye Infections

Alan Nathan summarises the key points to consider when managing minor eye infections

15 Jan 2016 , 900 Min Module

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OTC Medicines Checklist: Managing Constipation, part 1

Alan Nathan considers bulk-forming and osmotic laxatives. See part 2 for stimulant laxatives and a faecal softener

15 Jan 2016 , 900 Min Module

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OTC Medicines Checklist: Managing Constipation, part 2

Alan Nathan considers the use of stimulant laxatives and a faecal softener. See part 1 for bulk-forming and osmotic laxatives

12 Jan 2016 , 900 Min Module

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OTC Medicines Checklist: Head Lice Treatments

Alan Nathan considers the pros and cons of neurotoxic and physical insecticides, and wet combing

12 Jan 2016 , 900 Min Module

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Common eye conditions

This CPD module provides pharmacists with information on some common eye conditions encountered in the pharmacy.

10 Jul 2015 , 900 Min Module

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The treatment of psoriasis

This CPD module provides pharmacists with information on the treatment of psoriasis.

08 Jun 2015 , 900 Min Module

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Osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis

This CPD module refreshes pharmacists’ knowledge of the management of osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.

05 May 2015 , 900 Min Module

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Managing depression in primary care

This CPD module examines the therapeutic management of depression.

26 Feb 2015 , 900 Min Module

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Actinic keratosis and skin cancer

This CPD module provides pharmacists with an update on the treatment of actinic keratoses and skin cancer.

05 Feb 2015 , 900 Min Module

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