Welcome to First Pharmacy UK – Your Practical Health Hub
Looking for straight‑forward advice on a prescription, an over‑the‑counter drug or a supplement? You’re in the right spot. We break down complex pharma topics into bite‑size, NHS‑aligned guidance you can actually use.
What You’ll Find Here
Our site covers everything from common medicines like Metoclopramide and Quibron‑T to eye‑care products such as Ophthacare and besifloxacin. Each article tells you what the drug treats, the right dose, key side effects and any big interactions you shouldn't ignore.
Beyond Pills – Lifestyle and Wellness
We also dive into supplements (think gumweed and menthol for athletes) and natural approaches like acupuncture for ocular hypertension. Want to compare a cream versus a lotion for scabies? We’ve got a quick side‑by‑side chart.
All content is written by UK‑based experts, checked for accuracy and kept up‑to‑date with 2025 guidelines. It’s educational, not a substitute for a doctor’s advice, but it gives you the confidence to ask the right questions at your next appointment.
Explore the categories, read the guides, and feel more in control of your health today.
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24 Dec
Why Prescription Drug Prices Are So High in the United States
Americans pay up to 10 times more for prescription drugs than other wealthy nations. This is why: no government price negotiation, secret rebates by PBMs, and profit-driven pricing for specialty drugs. The system isn't broken-it was built this way. -
22 Dec
How to Pair Medications with Daily Habits for Better Adherence
Learn how to link your daily routines-like brushing your teeth or drinking coffee-to taking your medications. This simple, science-backed method cuts missed doses by up to 50% and works better than apps or alarms. -
21 Dec
Mail-Order Generics: Cost Savings, Convenience, and Hidden Risks
Mail-order generics offer convenience and cost savings for chronic meds, but hidden markups, temperature risks, and delivery failures can endanger health. Know the pros, cons, and how to stay safe. -
20 Dec
How to Address Stigma When Discussing Mental Health Medications
Mental health medication stigma prevents people from getting treatment. Learn how language, culture, and provider communication shape stigma-and what actually works to reduce it, based on real research and lived experience. -
19 Dec
Grapefruit and Immunosuppressants: What You Need to Know Before Eating It
Grapefruit can dangerously increase levels of immunosuppressants like cyclosporine and tacrolimus, raising the risk of kidney damage and organ rejection. Learn why even small amounts are unsafe and what to eat instead. -
18 Dec
Generic Drug Supply Chain: How Medicines Reach Pharmacies
Learn how generic drugs travel from factories in China and India to your pharmacy shelf - and why the system makes it hard for pharmacies to stay profitable while keeping prices low for patients. -
17 Dec
Osteoporosis from Long-Term Corticosteroid Use: Prevention Strategies
Long-term corticosteroid use can cause rapid bone loss and increase fracture risk. Learn proven prevention strategies-including calcium, vitamin D, exercise, and bone-building meds-that actually work, backed by clinical guidelines and real-world data. -
16 Dec
Why Prices Drop at Launch: The Real Reason Behind First Generic Entry
First generic entry causes prices to drop sharply at launch because competitors offer similar products at a fraction of the cost. This trend is reshaping software, electronics, and even pharmaceuticals. -
15 Dec
H2 Blockers and PPIs: When Combining Acid Medications Raises More Risks Than Benefits
Combining H2 blockers and PPIs is common but often unnecessary. Learn when this combo actually helps, the hidden risks like kidney damage and infections, and how to safely reduce or stop these medications. -
15 Dec
Liquid Antibiotics and Reconstituted Suspensions: Why They Expire So Fast
Liquid antibiotics like amoxicillin expire quickly after mixing with water - usually in 10 to 14 days. Learn why they degrade, how storage affects potency, and what you need to do to keep your child’s treatment effective. -
12 Dec
Daptomycin Muscle Toxicity: What You Need to Know About CK Monitoring and Symptoms
Daptomycin is effective against resistant infections but can cause muscle toxicity. Learn key symptoms, when to check CK levels, how to prevent serious damage, and what to do if you're on statins or higher doses.
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