Behavioural and psychological symptoms of dementia (BPSD)

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Eyes, Ear, Nose, and Oropharynx

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Infection - Introduction

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Infection - Antivirals

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  • Fungal Infections
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Infection - Antibacterials

  • Introduction to Penicillins
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Infection - High-Risk Antibiotics

  • Introduction to High-Risk Antibiotics
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Infection - Sepsis

  • Sepsis - Part 1 -Introduction and History of Sepsis
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Skin

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Gastrointestinal System

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Immune System and Malignant Disease

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  • Summary of Dementia

Central Nervous System (CNS) - Pain

  • Introduction to Pain
  • Paracetamol
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Central Nervous System (CNS) - Parkinson's Disease

  • Introduction to Parkinson's Disease
  • Treatment of Parkinson's Disease
  • Levodopa
  • Levodopa + Carbidopa
  • Levodopa + Benserazide
  • Dopamine Agonists
  • Apomorphine
  • MAO-B Inhibitors
  • COMT Inhibitors
  • Managing Symptoms of Parkinson's Disease
  • Summary of Parkinson's Disease

Central Nervous System (CNS) - Anxiety and Insomnia

  • Introduction to Anxiety and Insomnia
  • Treatment for Anxiety
  • Short-term and Long-term Insomnia
  • Treatment for Insomnia

Central Nervous System (CNS) - Bipolar Disorder & Mania

  • Introduction to Bipolar Disorder & Mania
  • Lithium
  • Valproate

Central Nervous System (CNS) - Depression

  • Symptoms, Differential Diagnosis and Prognosis
  • Monoamine Theory
  • Pharmacological Management
  • Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs)
  • Serotonin–Norepinephrine Reuptake Inhibitors (SNRI)
  • Tricyclic Antidepressants (TCAs)
  • Mirtazapine, Agomelatine and Vortioxetine
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Central Nervous System (CNS) - Schizophrenia

  • Introduction to Schizophrenia
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  • Clozapine and Long-Acting/Depot Injections

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  • Introduction to Alcohol Dependence
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Central Nervous System (CNS) - Substance Dependence

  • Substance Dependence - Part 1
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Central Nervous System (CNS) - Epilepsy

  • Introduction to Epilepsy and Seizure Types
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  • Driving and MHRA Advice
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  • Valproate
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  • Lamotrigine
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Introduction to Paediatrics

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Endocrine System - Introduction and Diabetes Insipidus

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Endocrine System - Corticosteroids

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  • Comparing Activity of Corticosteroids
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Endocrine System - Thyroid Gland

  • The Thyroid Gland
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Endocrine System - Diabetes Mellitus

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  • Conclusion for Endocrine System

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Cardiovascular System - Hypertension, Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS) and Heart Failure (HF)

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  • Loop Diuretics, Thiazide Diuretics and Thiazide Like Diuretics
  • Potassium Sparing Diuretics
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  • Cardiac Arrest and Vascular Disease
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  • Beta Blockers

Cardiovascular System - Arrhythmia, Thromboembolism and Stroke

  • Introduction to Arrhythmia
  • Ventricular Arrhythmia
  • Digoxin
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  • Thromboembolism - Part 1
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  • Warfarin
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Cardiovascular System - Hyperlipidaemia

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  • Statins
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Genito-Urinary Medicine

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  • Medicines for Urinary Frequency, Incontinence and Nocturia
  • Antimuscarinics
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  • Desmopressin
  • Summary for Urinary Frequency, Incontinence and Nocturia
  • Combined Oral Contraceptives
  • Progestogen-Only Pill
  • Emergency Contraception
  • Erectile Dysfunction
  • Alpha Blockers
  • 5-alpha-reductase Inhibitors
  • Vulvovaginal Infections

Consultations Skills for Pharmacy Practice

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Introduction to Pharmacy Law

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  • Veterinary Medicines
  • Disposal of Medicines
  • Information Governance

Medicines, Ethics and Practice

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  • Classification of Medicines
  • Classification of Medicines - Part 2
  • Controlled Drugs
  • Patient Safety
  • Pharmaceutical Care
  • Professional Conduct
  • Professional Development
  • Research
  • The Responsible Pharmacist
  • Veterinary Medicines
  • Wholesaling
  • Yellow Card Scheme

Endocrine System - Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)

  • Understanding HRT – Indications & Patient Selection
  • HRT Options – Types, Routes & Choosing the Right Regimen
  • HRT Risks & Safety – Navigating Side Effects & Contraindications_.mp4
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Musculoskeletal (MSK) System

  • Understanding the Musculoskeletal System 🦴
  • Introduction to Musculoskeletal System
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • DMARDs and Corticosteroids
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Gout
  • Sciatica
  • Myasthenia Gravis
  • Understanding Skeletal Muscle Relaxants
  • Nocturnal Leg Cramps
  • NSAIDs
  • Rheumatic suppressing drugs

Anaesthesia

  • Introduction to Anaesthesia
  • Drugs in the Perioperative Period
  • Types of Anaesthesia

Vaccines

  • Introduction to Vaccines
  • Background of Vaccines
  • Active Vaccines and Herd Immunity
  • Pregnancy and Immunosuppression
  • Vaccination Schedule
  • General Principles of Vaccination
  • Immunisation Schedule

Drug Interactions

  • Macrolides and Warfarin
  • ACEis/ARBs and Spironolactone
  • Warfarin and Amiodarone
  • Carbamazepine and Clozapine
  • Warfarin and Penicillins
  • Methotrexate and Trimethoprim
  • SSRIs and Triptans
  • Methotrexate and NSAIDs
  • Tetracyclines and Milk
  • SSRIs and NSAIDs
  • Lithium and NSAIDs
  • Contraceptives and Enzyme Inducers
  • Macrolides and Statins
  • Macrolides and QTc Prolonging Drugs
  • Verapamil/Diltiazem and Beta Blockers
  • Warfarin and NSAIDs
  • Theophylline and Ciprofloxacin

Pro+ Study Notes

  • GPhC Registration Assessment Fact Sheet
  • Cardiovascular System Study Guide (2025-2026 Edition)
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  • Malignant Disease Study Guide (2025-2026 Edition)
  • GU Study Guide (2025-2026 Edition)
  • Infection Study Guide (2025-2026 Edition)
  • Endrocrine Study Guide (2025-2026 Edition)
  • GI Study Guide (2025-2026 Edition)
  • Central Nervous System Study Guide (2025-2026 Edition)
  • MicroPharm Antibiotic Study Guide (2025)
  • Foundation Training Clinical Quiz eBook
  • MicroPharm Antibiotic Spectrum of Activity eBook
  • MicroPharm High-Risk Drugs Study Guide
  • Cardiovascular System Question Pack (2023-2024)
  • Endocrine System Question Pack (2023-2024)
  • Infection Question Pack (2023-2024)
  • Trainee Pharmacist Clinical Mock Exam - Part One (2023/2024)
  • Trainee Pharmacist Clinical Mock Exam - Part Two (2023/2024)

Practice Questions - Novice

  • Quickfire Quiz - Part 1
  • Quickfire Quiz - Part 2
  • Quickfire Quiz - Part 3
  • Quickfire Quiz - Part 4
  • Quickfire Quiz - Part 5
  • Novice Quiz - Answers
  • Novice Quiz - Answers and Rationale

Practice Questions - Beginner

  • Beginner Quiz - Part 1
  • Beginner Quiz - Part 2
  • Beginner Quiz - Part 3
  • Beginner Quiz - Part 4
  • Beginner Quiz - Part 5
  • Beginner Quiz - Part 6
  • Beginner Quiz - Answers
  • Beginner Quiz - Answers and Rationale

Practice Questions - Expert

  • Expert Quiz - Part 1
  • Expert Quiz - Part 2
  • Expert Quiz - Part 3
  • Expert Quiz - Part 4
  • Expert Quiz - Part 5
  • Expert Quiz - Part 6
  • Expert Quiz - Answers
  • Expert Quiz - Answers and Rationale

Practice Questions - Mastery

  • Mastery Quiz - Part 1
  • Mastery Quiz - Part 2
  • Mastery Quiz - Part 3
  • Mastery Quiz - Part 4
  • Mastery Quiz - Part 5
  • Mastery Quiz - Part 6
  • Mastery Quiz - Part 7
  • Mastery Quiz - Answers
  • Mastery Quiz - Answers and Rationale

Endocrine System Questions

  • Endocrine System Questions
  • Endocrine System - Answers and Rationale Pack

Central Nervous System (CNS) Questions

  • Central Nervous System (CNS)
  • Central Nervous System - Answers and Rationale Pack

Infection Questions

  • Infection Questions
  • Infection - Answers and Rationale

Cardiovascular System Questions

  • Cardiovascular System Questions
  • Cardiovascular System - Answers and Rationale Pack

Blood and Nutrition Questions

  • Blood and Nutrition Questions
  • Blood and Nutrition - Answers and Rationale Pack

Respiratory System Questions

  • Respiratory System Questions
  • Respiratory System - Answers and Rationale

Pharmacy Law Questions

  • Pharmacy Law Questions
  • Pharmacy Law - Answers and Rationale Pack

Gastrointestinal System Questions

  • Gastrointestinal System Questions
  • Gastrointestinal System - Answers and Rationale

Genitourinary Questions

  • Genitourinary Questions
  • Genitourinary System - Answers and Rationale

Over-the-counter (OTC) Questions

  • Over-the-counter (OTC) Questions
  • Over-the-counter (OTC) Answers and Rationale

Immune System and Malignant Disease

  • Immune System and Malignant Disease
  • Immune System and Malignant Disease - Answers and Rationale

Low Weighted Questions

  • Low Weighted Questions
  • Low Weighted Questions - Answers and Rationale Pack