Patient Area

Welcome to the Patient Area

In this area you will find information, leaflets and videos produced by SPPG and other NHS sources to help you find out more about your health and medicines.

Follow the links on the right hand side of the page.

Also in this Section

Northern Ireland Formulary-the right medicine for you
Anaphylaxis
Anticholinergic Medicine
Asthma and COPD
- Am I using my inhaler correctly?
Diabetes-‘hypos’
Epilepsy
- Generic prescribing of antiepileptic medicines
- Lamotrigine information
Eye Care
- Dry Eyes
- Treatment of Blepharitis
Generics
- Generic Prescribing of Antiepileptic Medicines
Hayfever
Heartburn and Reflux
- Reflux in Children
  - Administration of Lansoprazole Orodispersible
  - Administration of Omeprazole
Mental Health (including sleep and relaxation)
- Benzodiazepines and Z Drugs
- Good Relaxation Guide
- Good Sleep Guide
- Recovery Colleges
- Choice and Medication Website
Nutrition
- Coeliac Disease
- Infant Nutrition
- Vitamins
  - Vitamin B12
Ordering your Prescription
- Allow extra time when ordering your prescription
- Only order what you need!
Osteoporosis
- Bisphosphonate Drug Holiday
- Useful links from Royal Osteoporosis Society
Pain
- Opioid Medicines and the Risk of Addiction
- Understanding Pain
- Managing Your Pain Effectively Using “Over the Counter” Medicines
- Medication for Pain – Patient Information Leaflets
- The Pain Toolkit
- Set Back Plan
Self Care
- Go Ahead – treat yourself!
- Have you had your annual medication review?
- Your Child’s Medicines
- Your Medicines – Effective Partnership in Care
Skin
- Emollient bath and shower preparations
Stoma Appliances and Accessories
Travel Advice
Useful links