Over-the-counter medicines
If you have chronic kidney disease, or have had a kidney transplant, it is important to take care when buying medicines to treat minor ailments over the counter (from pharmacies, supermarkets or garages). This information booklet gives you information about buying medicines safely.
Download this information as a free PDF file to view on your computer, email to others, or print at home.
Publication date: 07/2023
Review date: 07/2026
This patient information booklet is also available to read on our website: Over-the-counter medicines
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The information in these booklets is produced on behalf of and with the kidney community, in partnership with the UK Kidney Association (UKKA).
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