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  • Metformin – FAQs

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    Disclaimer: This is general health information only and is not a substitute for advice from your GP or healthcare professional. 1. What is metformin? Metformin is an oral medication commonly used to treat type 2 diabetes. It helps control blood glucose levels and is often the first-line treatment. 2. What is metformin used for? Metformin…

  • Tamiflu – FAQs

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    Disclaimer: This is general health information only and is not a substitute for advice from your GP or healthcare professional. 1. What is Tamiflu? Tamiflu (oseltamivir) is an antiviral medication used to treat and prevent influenza (flu). It works against influenza A and B viruses. 2. What is Tamiflu used for? Tamiflu is used to…

  • PPIs – FAQs

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    PPIs – FAQs

  • NOACs – FAQs

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    Disclaimer: This is general health information only and is not a substitute for advice from your GP or healthcare professional. 1. What are NOACs? NOACs (Non-vitamin K Oral Anticoagulants) are blood-thinning medicines used to prevent and treat blood clots. Common examples include apixaban, rivaroxaban, dabigatran, and edoxaban. 2. What are NOACs used for? They are…

  • NSAIDs – FAQs

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    Disclaimer: This is general health information only and is not a substitute for advice from your GP or healthcare professional. 1. What are NSAIDs? NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) are medicines used to reduce pain, inflammation, and fever. Common examples include ibuprofen, naproxen, diclofenac, and aspirin. 2. What are NSAIDs used for? NSAIDs are commonly used…