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Medicines directory

The information in this section describes medicines, how they are given and some of their possible side effects.

If you have any questions or concerns about medications, please ask your doctor, nurse or pharmacist.

How to give your child liquid medicines

This page from Great Ormond Street Hospital describes how to give your child liquid medicine.

How to give your child nose ointment, drops or spray

This page from Great Ormond Street Hospital describes how to give your child nose ointment, drops or spray.

How to give your child suppositories

This page from Great Ormond Street Hospital describes how to give your child medicine in suppository form (into the bottom).

How to give your child tablets or capsules

This page from Great Ormond Street Hospital describes how to give your child tablets or capsules.

What to expect from a non-medical prescriber

Since May 2006, some nurses and pharmacists have been allowed to prescribe medicines that were previously only allowed to be prescribed by doctors. Non-medical prescribing has been introduced to improve patients’ access to treatment – that is, making it e