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From complementary therapies to haemodialysis, learn about general treatments and how to explore them safely with medical advice.

Digestive health medicines include antacids, H2-blockers, and laxatives which treat issues like heartburn and indigestion. diarrhoea and constipation.

Heart and blood medicines include various classes that treat conditions like high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and blood clotting. Common examples include ACE inhibitors, beta-blockers, statins to lower cholesterol, and diuretics to reduce fluid retention.

Mental health medications are prescribed to manage brain chemical imbalances that affect mood, behaviour, and thoughts. There are several types, including antidepressants, antipsychotics, mood stabilisers, and others.

Painkillers, or analgesics, are medicines used to relieve pain and come in many types, such as over-the-counter options like paracetamol and NSAIDs like ibuprofen and aspirin, as well as prescription-only opioids like codeine and morphine for more severe pain.

In some cases, you can refer yourself to a specialist without seeing a GP first. Learn how self-referral works and when it’s an option.

Substance misuse medicines are those which are used to help people stop a harmful, problematic habit such as smoking or drug misuse. They include treatments like smoking cessation medicines like bupropion and opiate medicines such as buprenorphine and methadone are used to help people stay away from heroin.

Vaccinations are a safe and effective way to protect you and your community from serious diseases. Vaccinations are given throughout life, from baby jabs to boosters in adulthood, and are a key part of public health.