“The initial list of eight conditions are allergic rhinitis, cold sores, conjunctivitis, impetigo, oral thrush, shingles, cystitis and thrush.”

  • FarraigePlaisteach@lemmy.worldOPM
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    3 months ago

    The first line can be over the counter meds, but in some cases the second line requires a prescription if the condition isn’t improving. An example is antiviral tablets for cold sores that keep coming back.

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      3 months ago

      I see what you mean. I doubt that will fall into a pharmacist remit though.

      It’s easy giving mens for first presentation of uncomplicated ailments.