Some sources of information on medicines
This resource page is to help you to find helpful information on diagnosis, treatments and the medicines that you are prescribed, from trusted sources. (Don’t forget your health practitioner and Pharmacist will be able to recommend information, particularly for specific conditions such as diabetes or asthma). This is a guide only, not a definitive list.
Download the British National Formulary [BNF] App for free:
Google play link: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.pharmpress.bnf&hl=en_GB
iTunes link: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/app/bnf-publications/id1045514038?mt=8
Click here to access the BNF on the web
The NHS App (England).
Owned and run by the NHS, and free to download and use, the NHS App is a simple and secure way to access a range of NHS services on your smartphone or tablet.
Click here to see the information available on the NHS App

Choice and Medication local links:
- *Choice and medication (mental health medicines) Really helpful information on mental health medicines. Used by doctors and patients. Trusts who have signed up to this are listed on the right hand side. Usually their web site will give you the link:
Click here for the Choice and Medication Somerset Link
Click here for the Choice and Medication Cornwall Link.
Click here for Choice and Medication if you live in Scotland
Click on the heading above or use this link: https://yellowcard.mhra.gov.uk/
Other useful sites:
Author: Steve Turner Head of Medicines & Prescribing @MedicineGov
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Last updated: 05.04.2022
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