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We have introduced pack size restrictions, revised recommended ages for use, and new safety warnings for over-the-counter stimulant laxatives (orally and rectally administered) following a national safety review. Advise patients that dietary and lifestyle measures should be used first-line for...
People who take stimulant laxatives for constipation are being advised that these will now be sold in smaller packs, with on-pack warnings.
MHRA launch FakeMeds campaign with warning on dodgy diet pills
Decreased vitamin B12 levels, or vitamin B12 deficiency, is now considered to be a common side effect in patients on metformin treatment, especially in those receiving a higher dose or longer treatment duration and in those with existing risk factors....
DNP was deemed unfit for human consumption in 1938 following reports of severe adverse health effects.
The results of a survey on diet and nutrition for infants and young children.
First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government
Three members of an organised criminal gang were sentenced today (13 March 2023) at Stoke Crown Court to jail after pleading guilty to offences relating to the illegal sale of more than three million doses of prescription-only and unlicensed medicines,...
The Upper Tribunal Tax and Chancery decision of Mr Justice Zacaroli and Upper Tribunal Judge Herrington on 11 November 2020
Health supplements boss who failed to rein in aggressive overseas call centre banned for nine years.
The aim of CONTEST is to reduce the risk from terrorism to the UK, its citizens and interests overseas, so people can live freely and with confidence.
First published during the 2022 to 2024 Sunak Conservative government
Upper Tribunal Administrative Appeals Chamber decision by Judge Hemingway on 8 April 2022.
The aim of CONTEST is to reduce the risk to the UK and its citizens and interests overseas from terrorism, so that people can go about their lives freely and with confidence.
First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government
This document sets out the government's strategy to counter extremism in all its forms.
First published during the 2015 to 2016 Cameron Conservative government
The aim of CONTEST is to reduce the risk to the UK and its interests overseas from terrorism.
New pan-industry group, CANTER (Controlling ANTiparasitic resistance in Equines Responsibly), launches to lead coordinated approach to sustainable control of equine parasites.
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