OTC Flashcards
Age for a nasal Aspirator
Can be used from birth
What is an inhaler dummy
A specially designed dummy that holds a couple of drops of decongestant vapour oil beneath the baby’s nose, releasing natural vapours to help relieve nasal congestion
From what age can an inhaler dummy be used?
From 3 months
What is a Dentinox medicine dispenser?
A baby’s dummy that holds a dose of medicine allowing the baby to passively suck to draw the medicine through the teat
Accuracy of the First Response Pregnancy Test
62% - up to 5 days before a period
99% - 2 days before
Accuracy of the First Response Pregnancy Test
62% - up to 5 days before a period
99% - 2 days before
(Can be used any time of day)
XLS medical Fat binder
18+ ONLY
For the treatment of excess weight
Binds fat from food before it replenished the body with fat soluble vitamins
Max 6 tablets in 24 hrs
Not to be used in pregnancy/breast feeding
Not to be taken if BMI <18.5
Alli - Orlistat 60mg
Weight loss aid for use WITH a reduced calorie, lower fat diet in overweight adults. BMI>28
Diet and exercise should be startes before beginning treatment
1 capsule tds, taken before, during or within an hour after each meal.
If a meal is missed or contains no fat, omit the dose.
No more than 3 in 24hrs
Use for no longer than 6 months
Adios and Adios Max
18 +
Herbal slimming aid
Used as part of a calorie controlled diet
1 tds at meal times
Beta Carotene
An antioxidant
Acts as a vitamin A precursor and may be taken as an alternative in the diet
Garlic
Helps support healthy immune function and maintain a healthy heart and circulation
Ginkgo Biloba
Helps support blood circulation and healthy brain function
Ginseng
Used to improve stamina
Seven seas cod liver oil liquid
Traditional remedy in the symptomatic relief of muscular and joint stiffness and aches
10mls OD
Fish oil
Maintains a healthy heart and circulation and lowers cholesterol
