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Oral antihistamines – which are available in lactose-free formulations?

28 September 2020This updated Medicines Q&A includes a table which gives details of oral, single active constituent, antihistamine preparations that have lactose free formulations.

What factors need to be considered when prescribing for lactose intolerant adults?

24 February 2020This Medicines Q&A discusses the types of lactose intolerance people may suffer from, how to determine the lactose content of medicines, and what factors healthcare…

Is there a lactose-free hormone replacement therapy (HRT)?

24 February 2020This Medicines Q&A provides a summary of the currently available HRT preparations that contain lactose and suggests options for lactose-free alternatives.

Drugs for urinary disorders – are any lactose-free?

5 February 2020This Medicine Q&A gives details of available urinary frequency, enuresis, incontinence and urinary retention preparations that do not contain lactose. There is a lactose-free preparation…

Is there a lactose-free antidepressant?

24 September 2019This Medicine Q&A lists currently available lactose-free antidepressant preparations. There is a lactose-free preparation available for all antidepressants except for clomipramine, doxepin, isocarboxazid, moclobemide, nortriptyline…

Is there a lactose-free oral contraceptive?

29 March 2019All licensed oral contraceptives currently available on prescription contain lactose. This Medicines Q&A lists lactose-free, non-oral alternatives.