Metformin

Metformin is a medicine commonly prescribed by doctors for managing type 2 diabetes. It can be used together with other diabetes medicines.

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Diabetes medicines

Read about diabetes medicines including insulin and other medicines to control your blood sugar levels, how to take them and their side effects.

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Quitting vaping: the health reasons why you should give up vaping

Thinking of quitting vaping? Having a reason can make it easier. Improving your health is a common motive. Here’s how quitting can boost your health.

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Pineal gland

Find out about the pineal gland. This is a very small gland in your brain that makes the hormone melatonin, which controls your internal body clock.

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Foods high in zinc

Foods high in zinc include seafood, red meat, poultry and dairy products. Discover which foods can help you meet your daily zinc needs.

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Magnesium deficiency

Magnesium deficiency is when your body doesn't get all the magnesium it needs. Read more about magnesium deficiency symptoms, diagnosis and causes.

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Oxytocin

Oxytocin is a hormone that is stored and released by your pituitary gland. Learn about how oxytocin helps with labour and breastfeeding.

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Magnesium blood test

A magnesium blood test checks your magnesium levels. Find out how to prepare for a magnesium blood test and what your results may mean.

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Foods high in magnesium

Magnesium is a mineral essential for healthy muscles, nerves, bones and blood sugar levels. Find out which foods are high in magnesium.

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Medicines and alcohol

You need to be careful if you drink alcohol when taking some medicines. This includes over-the-counter medicines and herbal remedies. Learn more here.

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Irregular periods

Irregular periods are periods that don’t follow a regular pattern. Read about causes and symptoms of irregular periods and when to see your doctor.

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Folate

Folate, also called folic acid, is needed by your body to grow and develop. It is especially important for pregnant women to get enough folate.

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Dihydrocodeine

Dihydrocodeine is an opioid-based cough medicine available from your pharmacist. It is categorised as a 'weak' opioid. Learn more here.

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Folate blood test

Folate is an important nutrient for making red blood cells. The folate blood test checks whether you have enough folate in your blood.

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Testosterone blood test

A testosterone blood test can show how much of the sex hormone testosterone is in your body. Males usually have more testosterone than females.

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Zinc and your health

Zinc is a mineral that is essential for many of the body's normal functions. Learn how much zinc you need and easy ways to get it from your diet.

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Magnesium and your health

Magnesium is a nutrient essential for healthy muscles, nerves, bones and blood sugar levels. Read about the benefits of getting enough magnesium.

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Zinc deficiency

Zinc deficiency is when your body does not have enough of the mineral zinc. Read more about zinc deficiency symptoms, diagnosis and causes.

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Melatonin

Melatonin is a hormone that is made in your brain. It helps to control how and when you sleep. Some people take it as a supplement for sleep problems.

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Adrenaline

Adrenaline (epinephrine) is a natural stress hormone. It is also a medicine used in emergencies for severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis).

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Iodine and your health

Iodine is an essential mineral that your body needs to make proteins and for metabolism. Learn which foods contain iodine and how it affects your health.

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Iodine deficiency

Iodine deficiency is the most common cause of thyroid disease. Learn about the causes and how to ensure you are getting enough iodine.

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Foods high in iodine

Foods high in iodine include seafood, dairy food and packaged bread. Learn more about iodine and how to get enough iodine in your diet.

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Vaping

Vaping can cause harm to your health. There are laws in place about buying vapes and where you can use them. Learn more.

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Ibuprofen

Ibuprofen treats fever and pain caused by inflammation. Learn more about how it works, how to take it and its possible side effects.

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Dairy foods

Dairy foods such as milk, yoghurt and cheese are rich sources of many vitamins and minerals, including calcium, which is essential to bone health.

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Parathyroidectomy

Parathyroid glands can become overactive, causing an increase in the level of calcium in your blood. Surgery to remove any affected glands is the only reliable way to prevent long-term problems.

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Temazepam

Temazepam is a sedative medicine, in the benzodiazepine class. It is used short term to help with sleep problems and must be prescribed by a doctor.

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Doxycycline

Doxycycline is an antibiotic medicine. Read what doxycycline is used for, how it works, its risks and what to do if you miss a dose.

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Prednisolone

Prednisolone belongs to a group of medicines called corticosteroids, and helps to reduce inflammation in your body. Learn more about how to take it.

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