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Pharmacist warns 10 common medicines carry risks in 34C heatwave

11 July 2026 · in 80 words

Pharmacist warns 10 common medicines carry risks in 34C heatwave

Pharmacist Raj Patel, with over 35 years of experience, listed 10 medicines to be cautious with as UK temperatures hit 34C on Thursday. These drugs can affect fluid balance, sweating, or blood pressure, making heat more risky for people taking them. He advised people not to stop prescribed medicines but to plan ahead, stay cool, and store them properly.

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