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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7 Feb
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7 Feb
Monitoring Antidepressant Efficacy vs Side Effect Burden: Patient Strategies
Learn how to track antidepressant effectiveness and side effects using simple, evidence-based tools like PHQ-9 and mood journals. Take control of your treatment with practical strategies backed by clinical research. -
5 Feb
Family Overdose Emergency Plan: Step-by-Step Guide for 2026
Learn how to prepare your family for medication overdose emergencies. This guide covers recognizing overdose signs, using naloxone, and step-by-step emergency steps. Essential for households with prescription opioids. Save lives with a simple plan. -
4 Feb
From ANDA to Shelf: How Generic Drugs Reach Retail Pharmacies
Discover how generic drugs go from FDA approval to your pharmacy shelf, including regulatory hurdles, manufacturing challenges, and distribution logistics. Learn why some generics take months to become available despite approval. -
3 Feb
How to Create a Food and Medication Interaction Checklist at Home
Learn how to create a personalized food and medication interaction checklist at home to prevent dangerous side effects, reduce ER visits, and improve medication safety with simple, proven steps. -
1 Feb
Acid-Reducing Medications: How They Interfere with Other Drugs
Acid-reducing medications like PPIs and H2 blockers can drastically lower the effectiveness of other drugs by changing stomach pH. This article explains which medications are most at risk and how to avoid dangerous interactions. -
31 Jan
Managing Opioid Constipation with Peripherally Acting Mu Antagonists
PAMORAs like methylnaltrexone, naloxegol, and naldemedine treat opioid-induced constipation without reducing pain relief. Learn how they work, who they’re for, and why cost remains a barrier. -
30 Jan
How to Coordinate Mail-Order and Local Pharmacy to Save Money on Medications
Learn how to split your prescriptions between mail-order and local pharmacies to save hundreds a year on medications. Discover which drugs to order online, which to pick up in person, and how to make your insurance work for you. -
29 Jan
Prescription Label Warnings: What Medication Stickers Really Mean
Prescription label warnings are critical for safety-but most people misunderstand them. Learn what red, yellow, and white stickers really mean, why symbols fail, and how to avoid dangerous mistakes with your meds. -
28 Jan
Why Doctors Recommend Generic Medications - And Why Patients Still Hesitate
Doctors recommend generic medications because they work just as well and cost far less - yet many patients still refuse them. This article explains why the science supports generics, why trust is the real barrier, and how both patients and doctors can overcome it. -
27 Jan
Online Pharmacy Counseling for Generics: How to Get Professional Advice on Affordable Medications
Learn how online pharmacy counseling helps you safely switch to generic medications for up to 85% savings. Get expert advice, compare top services, and avoid common pitfalls with trusted pharmacists. -
26 Jan
Neoadjuvant vs. Adjuvant Therapy: When to Treat Before or After Surgery for Cancer
Neoadjuvant therapy treats cancer before surgery to shrink tumors and test drug response; adjuvant therapy clears leftover cells after surgery. New data shows neoadjuvant chemoimmunotherapy improves survival in lung and breast cancer, changing treatment standards.
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