OTC

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Breaking: Rowlands Pharmacy joins PAGB as retailer regulatory member

Rowlands’ superintendent pharmacist Stephen Thomas said joining the PAGB will “strengthen” its governance.

13 May 2026

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ONS report shows OTC medicines spending in UK fell two years in a row

The Office for National Statistics revealed real-terms spending fell between 2022 and 2024.

07 May 2026

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OTC brand recognition influences self-care decisions, suggests survey

Three-quarters of adults choose branded medicines for minor ailments, PAGB finds

22 Jan 2026

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Pharmacies listed with Healthera to deliver OTC medicines via Uber Eats app

Pharmacies in London, Manchester, Bolton, Lancaster, Newcastle and Bolton will deliver products through the app this month.

16 Dec 2025

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In depth: research reveals alarming shift in attitudes to self-care

Young people are far more likely to seek a GP appointment for common health conditions than older individuals, according to PAGB’s Self-Care Census Report 2025. So where does that leave pharmacy?

06 Aug 2025

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PDA blasts Society over P meds self-selection about-turn

Association says RPS's new stance on ‘facilitated self-selection’ of P medicines risks patient safety.

24 Jul 2025

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Sleep, skin and heavy periods: Government publishes POM to P wish list

Government invites applications to MHRA for switches in a number of health categories.

10 Feb 2025

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Alliance Pharma says £350m takeover will not impact drugs supply to pharmacies

Alliance Pharma has been listed the Alternative Investment Market of the London Stock Exchange (pictured) since 2003.

13 Jan 2025

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Phoenix seals deal to distribute Kenvue’s OTC products

Phoenix UK said the agreement, which started on January 1, is a “reduced wholesaler model."

09 Jan 2025

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What is postmenopausal vaginal atrophy

Update your knowledge on this common condition, who it affects and its impacts on quality of life

10 Aug 2024

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What is gina

Learn about how Gina works and who can use it

09 Aug 2024

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Gina support tools

Understand the path to purchase in the pharmacy and the tools available to support supply decisions

08 Aug 2024

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Gina supply considerations

Recognise the contraindications and conditions that need GP referral when considering recommending Gina

07 Aug 2024

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Exclusive: Public increasingly confident using OTCs turn away from pharmacy?

Fewer consumers are seeking advice and treatment from pharmacists as a first step, according to a new report from PAGB.

23 Jul 2024

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RPS issues call for evidence on self-selection of P meds

The Society wants to hear from a wide range of pharmacists and pharmacy team members.

12 Jul 2024

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