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Asthma FAQ’s

How do you get asthma?

Asthma is a long-term condition that usually starts in childhood but can also have its first onset in adulthood. It occurs when the airway linings become sensitive to an irritant or allergen and then cause the airways to tighten. This then can cause the symptoms of cough, wheeze, and tightness in the chest.

Occupational asthma is caused by materials in the workplace that irritate the lining of the airways. If you develop asthma as an adult, this should be considered.

Is there a cure for asthma?

Children who develop asthma often grow out of their symptoms as they get older but for some it does continue into adulthood. If you develop asthma as an adult then it is usually lifelong unless caused by occupational irritants. There’s currently no cure for asthma. However if you follow your treatment plan then symptoms should be controlled enough that you can lead a normal active life. Treatment could include inhalers, tablets, or breathing exercises.

Is asthma passed on in families?

Sometimes. Research has identified a small number of genes that can be passed on from parents that make a person more susceptible to developing asthma. More research needs to be done to look at the impact of these genes on asthma.

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A new solution for male pattern hair loss: Dr Fox Hair Growth Spray

Dr Fox Hair Growth Spray

About Dr Fox Dual Action Hair Growth Spray

Dr Fox Dual Action Hair Growth Spray has been developed to help reduce male pattern hair loss and stimulate new hair growth. This advanced formula is designed to produce thicker, longer hair, and more visible coverage, created specifically for men over 18 years old affected by hair thinning and hair loss. Once daily application means it is easy to use and as it is applied directly to the hair roots there is less risk of side effects from the medication.

What makes it special?

Dr Fox Hair Growth Spray is formulated with the following scientifically proven ingredients to help treat male pattern hair loss:

  • Finasteride 0.3%: Reduces the conversion of testosterone to DHT, allowing hair follicles to reach their full growth potential.
  • Minoxidil 5%: Increases blood flow to hair follicles, delivering essential oxygen and nutrients to stimulate hair regrowth.
  • Tretinoin 0.01%: Enhances the absorption of minoxidil, allowing it to be applied once daily with optimal results.

Studies show that when minoxidil is applied to the skin, on average only 1.4% is absorbed into the body. This allows the medication to work directly where it’s needed on your scalp, and lowers the chance of side effects in the rest of the body. Applying finasteride directly to the scalp has been shown to be effective for male pattern hair loss in research trials, and the combination with minoxidil leads to better results.

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The best erectile dysfunction tablets – customer reviewed

Man choosing medicine

Choosing the right treatment for erectile dysfunction (ED) can be a confusing and often frustrating process. There are numerous options available, each with its own claims and potential benefits. To cut through the marketing hype and get to the heart of what works, we’ve delved deep into the real-world experiences of men using these treatments.

We have meticulously analysed over 2,000 verified customer reviews across five popular ED tablets- Viagra, Viagra Connect, sildenafil, Cialis, and tadalafil – to provide a clear, data-driven guide to help you make an informed decision when choosing between erectile dysfunction tablets.

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Sildenafil and tadalafil price comparisons

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Dr Fox regularly price checks other UK online prescribing services to ensure sildenafil (generic Viagra) and tadalafil (generic Cialis) prices remain competitive. The comparison data shows the UK major high street pharmacies cost significantly more than independent online pharmacies, in some cases over 350% more.

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Generic tadalafil brand preference survey report

Different brands of tadalafil medicine packs

Generic medications are required to be equivalent in active ingredients and effectiveness to the brand-name original version, in the case of tadalafil for erectile dysfunction the originating brand name is ‘Cialis’.

For several years Dr Fox patients have been able to have their preferred generic manufacturer/brand of tadalafil noted on their account, as well as manufacturers/brands they preferred not to receive.

These preferences have now been carefully collated into a report, the results of which are listed below. Cipla, Teva, Mylan, and Accord/Actavis (Actavis was merged into Accord) were the tadalafil manufacturers/brands preferred most often.

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Generic sildenafil brand preference survey report

Sildenafil medicine packs (different brands)

For several years Dr Fox patients have been able to have their preferred generic manufacturer/brand of sildenafil noted on their account, as well as manufacturers/brands they preferred not to receive.

These preferences have now been carefully collated into a report, the results of which are listed below. Accord/Actavis, Teva, Mylan, and Bristol Labs were the manufacturers/brands preferred most often.

Dr Fox used to supply only Torrent Pharma sildenafil which was very popular with our patients, and had a score line so could be broken in half easily. Unfortunately Torrent ceased manufacturing sildenafil.

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