Introduction This leaflet offers more information about your medicines for your medical conditions and our plans to switch your treatment over from your original biologic to the new biosimilar that is now available. If you have any further questions or concerns after reading this leaflet, please speak to your consultant or specialist nurses. What are biological medicines (biologics)? Biologics are … Read More
Linezolid
Introduction This leaflet contains important information about the antibiotic you have been started on. It is important that this leaflet is read alongside the Manufacturer’s Patient Information leaflet. You should always carry this leaflet while you are taking linezolid and show it to any healthcare professional who is treating you, so they know what medication you are taking. What is … Read More
Advice about Aminoglycoside Antibiotics (Gentamicin/Tobramycin/Amikacin)
What are Aminoglycoside Antibiotics? Aminoglycosides are a group of antibiotics used to treat certain types of serious bacterial infections. Aminoglycoside antibiotics include gentamicin, tobramycin and amikacin. Gentamicin is used for serious bacterial infections including those of the urinary tract (e.g. kidneys and bladder), gastrointestinal tract (e.g. in the abdomen), infections of the lungs (e.g. in bronchiectasis) and heart valves (infective … Read More
Gabapentin
Introduction You have been given this leaflet because you have been prescribed Gabapentin tablets. What is Gabapentin? Gabapentin is used to treat some types of persistent pain. It is especially good for nerve pain, such as burning, shooting or stabbing pain. Gabapentin belongs to a group of medicines called anticonvulsants which are also used to treat epilepsy. Gabapentin works by … Read More
General Information Leaflet About Your Prescribed Medication On Discharge
Further Supplies When you are discharged from hospital, the hospital pharmacy will ensure you have an appropriate supply of all your medications. Your GP surgery will ensure your medications records are reviewed and updated. When you require a further supply of your medications, check what medications you still have at home before re-ordering. Think carefully before ticking all the boxes … Read More
Melatonin for sleep disorders – Information for Parents and Carers
Introduction This leaflet has been produced to give you general information about your treatment. Most of your questions should be answered by this leaflet. It is not intended to replace the discussion between you and your doctor but may act as a starting point for discussion. If after reading it you have any concerns or require further explanation, please discuss … Read More
Using Glyceryl Trinitrate (GTN) tablets to treat chest pain
Introduction This leaflet has been produced to give you general information. Most of your questions should be answered by this leaflet. It is not intended to replace the discussion between you and the healthcare team but may act as a starting point for discussion. If after reading it you have any concerns or require further explanation, please discuss this with … Read More
Using Glyceryl Trinitrate (GTN) spray to treat your chest pain
Introduction This leaflet has been produced to give you general information. Most of your questions should be answered by this leaflet. It is not intended to replace the discussion between you and the healthcare team but may act as a starting point for discussion. If after reading it you have any concerns or require further explanation, please discuss this with … Read More
Capsaicin Cream (Zacin 0.025% or Axsain 0.075%)
Introduction This leaflet is a summary of some information, which may be of help to you. Always check with the manufacturers information leaflet given with your medicine, which has more information. This leaflet has been produced to give you general information about your treatment. Most of your questions should be answered by this leaflet/booklet. It is not intended to replace … Read More
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