Counselling people on the use of medicines

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This pharmacy guide is for pharmacists when advising people on the safe and appropriate use of medicines.

First Published: 26 September 2016
Updated: January 2025

Sections on this page

  • Key points
  • Why people need advice
  • Who to give medicines advice to
  • When medicines advice is appropriate
  • What information should be given
  • Additional points to consider
  • Further information

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