Reclassification guidance
Increasingly more products are being reclassified or switched from POM to P, providing a larger repertoire of medicines which pharmacists can select from to treat their patients. We have produced guidance to help you when selling or supplying P medicines over-the-counter.
Our resources
Amorolfine nail lacquer
This guidance outlines the OTC indications for amorolfine, as well as important points to consider when counter prescribing.
Azithromycin
This guidance covers different routes of azithromycin supply through pharmacy.
Chloramphenicol eye drops and eye ointment
Guidance on chloramphenicol P medicine, covering product information, advice on managing patients with the condition and providing a checklist for pharmacists to consider before making a supply.
View our quick reference guide on chloramphenicol eye drops and eye ointment »
Omeprazole
This quick reference guide provides comprehensive information about over-the-counter (OTC) omeprazole, enabling pharmacists to make its supply safely, appropriately and with confidence.
Orlistat
This guide will help pharmacists identify the information they need to consider when supplying orlistat 60mg P medicine.
Sumatriptan
This guidance outlines important points to consider when counter prescribing sumatriptan.
Tamsulosin
Guidance that provides information about over-the-counter (OTC) tamsulosin, enabling pharmacists to make its supply safely and appropriately.
Tranexamic acid P medicine
Guidance about over-the-counter tranexamic acid, enabling pharmacists to sell and supply tranexamic acid over the counter safely, appropriately and with confidence.




