Over the Counter (OTC) Items

 Quick reference guide for self care and over the counter items for GPs

K&M Briefing statement on OTC medicines

K&M Position statement on the prescribing of medicines available to purchase OTC for self-limiting and minor health conditions

Self Care Forum Fact Sheets

Self Care Forum Fact Sheets - The Self-Care Forum fact sheets aim to help clinicians and service-users discuss issues around self-care within the practice or pharmacy setting and how to manage symptoms in the future. 

Self Care Forum - Heartburn and indigestion fact sheet

Self Care Forum - Constipation fact sheet

Over The Counter Posters

Over The Counter Monthly Focus January 2026 - Diarrhoea, Constipation, Indigestion and Heartburn

Over The Counter Monthly Focus October 2025 - Coughs, Colds and Cold Sores

Over The Counter Monthly Focus September 2025 - Ringworm, Headlice and Threadworm