Consumer publications

We have produced a range of publications to provide guidance to consumers on the safe use of medicines and medical devices.

16 Jul 2008| Medicines & Medical Devices Regulations: What you need to know

This short brochure provides an overview of what the MHRA does and how we do it.
01 Apr 2007| Reporting faulty medical equipment - leaflet

The MHRA has produced this leaflet which is designed to highlight the dangers of faulty medical equipment and how people can report them.
30 Jan 2006| Medicines use review: Understand your medicines

The MHRA contributed to this guide for patients that explains the new medicines use review service with phamacists and helps them prepare to get the most out of their review.
13 Dec 2005| Taking medicines - some questions & answers about side effects

We have produced this new leaflet to answer some questions people may have about taking medicines and the risk of side effects. If you would like paper copies of this leaflet, please contact us on 020 7084 2000 or e-mail info@mhra.gsi.gov.uk.
29 Nov 2005| Information for women considering breast implants

This is an updated version of the booklet originally produced by the Department of Health in 2000.

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