{"title":"First Aid \u0026 Wound Care","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"biofreeze-pain-relieving-gel","title":"Biofreeze Pain Relief Gel - 59ml","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAbout Biofreeze Pain Relief Gel\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBiofreeze is the physio's cold-therapy gel: fast-acting, long-lasting menthol cooling for sore muscles, backache, joints and arthritis — the brand you'll find on treatment tables in sports clinics. The gel delivers an ice-pack effect that you can rub in and take with you. 59ml tube.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow cold therapy works\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eMenthol triggers the skin's cold receptors, which override pain signals on their way to the brain — the same gate-control effect as an ice pack, without the dripping bag of peas. The cooling starts in minutes and outlasts ice, and unlike heat it also suits fresh knocks and strains.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eMassage a thin layer into the painful area up to 3–4 times daily, washing hands after. Don't use with heat pads, on broken skin, or under tight wraps.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBiofreeze or a heat patch?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eCold for new injuries, flare-ups and anything swollen; heat for stiff, tight, chronic muscles. Many people with backs that misbehave keep both in the drawer.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Biofreeze","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57730123071875,"sku":"3729506","price":6.59,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1006\/9282\/0355\/files\/61oBwEhwUsL._AC_SL1492.jpg?v=1786023219"},{"product_id":"elastoplast-fabric-assorted-plasters","title":"Elastoplast Fabric Assorted Plasters - 40 Plasters","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAbout Elastoplast Fabric Plasters (40 Assorted)\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe classic fabric plaster, upgraded: Elastoplast's extra-flexible fabric moves with knuckles and joints, and the Bacteria Shield wound pad protects against dirt and bacteria while it cushions. This 40-pack of assorted shapes and sizes — strips, squares and rounds — restocks the family first aid kit properly. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy fabric beats plastic plasters\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFabric flexes, breathes and grips longer — it stays on working hands and bending fingers where washable plastic plasters peel at the first sink. The non-stick wound pad lifts away cleanly without reopening the cut.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eClean and dry the wound, choose the size that lets adhesive contact healthy skin all round, and change daily or when wet. Assorted shapes mean fingertips, knuckles and knees all get a plaster actually shaped for the job.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGood to know\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDeep, gaping or dirty wounds, bites, or anything not healing needs more than a plaster — see a pharmacist or GP. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Elastoplast","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57730156364163,"sku":"2589851","price":3.09,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1006\/9282\/0355\/files\/71kr9Vy0eWL._AC_SL1500.jpg?v=1786022396"},{"product_id":"breathe-right-nasal-strip-clear-large","title":"Breathe Right Nasal Strips Clear Large - 10 Strips","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAbout Breathe Right Nasal Strips (Clear, Large)\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBreathe Right strips are the drug-free way to open a blocked nose: flexible spring-like bands that gently lift the sides of your nose to widen the nasal passages from outside. That instantly relieves congestion from colds and allergies, reduces snoring, and helps you breathe through sport — with nothing inhaled, swallowed or sprayed. These are the clear strips in Large, with easy removal for sensitive skin. 10 strips.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSnoring strips that actually address the nose\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA lot of snoring starts with nasal airflow. By mechanically opening the nostrils, the strips reduce the mouth-breathing and vibration behind nose-driven snoring — which is why they double as sleep strips for congested partners everywhere.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWash and dry the nose, position the strip across the bridge just above the nostril flare, and press to stick — you'll feel the lift immediately. Wear through the night or the match, then remove gently while washing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGood to know\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDrug-free means safe alongside cold remedies, in pregnancy, and for anyone avoiding decongestant sprays' rebound effect. One strip per use.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Breathe Right","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57730157707651,"sku":"2705598","price":4.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1006\/9282\/0355\/files\/71V64yCOhcL._AC_SL1500.jpg?v=1786023443"},{"product_id":"cura-heat-period-pain","title":"Cura-Heat Period Pain - 3 Heat Patches","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAbout Cura-Heat Period Pain Patches\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eCura-Heat Period Pain patches deliver up to 12 hours of continuous, penetrating warmth exactly where cramps bite — the lower tummy or lower back. They're non-medicinal (air-activated iron warms naturally), thin enough to hide under clothes, and drug-free — so they work alongside painkillers, not instead of a body. 3 patches per pack.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy heat works on period pain\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eCramps are the uterine muscle contracting hard; heat relaxes muscle, boosts local blood flow and calms the pain signalling — the hot water bottle effect, but wearable and lasting through a working day. Research puts continuous topical heat on a par with an ibuprofen dose for period pain.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eStick the patch onto underwear or thin clothing over the lower abdomen or back — not directly onto skin. It warms in minutes and lasts up to 12 hours. Use it from the first twinge; heat works better started early.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGood to know\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eCombine freely with your usual painkiller. Period pain that regularly wrecks days, or pain that's new, worsening or off-cycle, deserves a GP conversation — it's common, but it's not something you're meant to endure.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cura-Heat","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57730163442051,"sku":"3130333","price":3.79,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1006\/9282\/0355\/files\/81JppQOBS_L._AC_SL1500.jpg?v=1786023125"},{"product_id":"compeed-blister-mix-pack","title":"Compeed Blister Plasters Mixed Sizes - 5 Plasters","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAbout Compeed Blister Plasters (Mixed Sizes)\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompeed are hydrocolloid blister plasters — a second-skin cushion that relieves the pain instantly, seals the blister from dirt and rubbing, and creates the moist environment that heals skin fastest. The mixed pack covers real feet: two medium for heels, two small for edges, one shaped for toes. 5 plasters.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy hydrocolloid beats a normal plaster\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn ordinary plaster pads a blister; a hydrocolloid one treats it. The gel layer absorbs fluid, cushions pressure like an extra layer of skin, and stays put for days — don't peel it off; it drops off when the job's done. That's why Compeed dominates the blister aisle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eApply to clean, dry skin warm from your hands (warmth improves the seal), smoothing the edges down. Leave in place until it loosens naturally — usually several days. Don't pop the blister first if you can avoid it; unbroken skin is the best dressing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGood to know\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDiabetics should show foot blisters to a professional rather than self-treating, and any blister that's spreading redness, pus or heat needs a pharmacist or GP.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Compeed","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57730173632899,"sku":"3602513","price":4.89,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1006\/9282\/0355\/files\/61ohy-UHiuL._AC_SL1500.jpg?v=1786022751"},{"product_id":"aero-cohesive-support-bandage-5cmx4-5m","title":"AeroBan Cohesive Support Bandage - 5cm x 4.5m","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAbout AeroBan Cohesive Support Bandage\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA cohesive bandage sticks to itself — not to skin or hair — which makes it the easiest support bandage to apply well: wrap, press, done. No clips, no tape, no wincing removal. AeroBan's is hypoallergenic, breathable and latex free, in a 5cm width that stretches to 4.5m — right for wrists, ankles, hands and elbows.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat it's for\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompression and support for sprains and strains, holding dressings in place, and securing ice packs. Because it grips itself in every direction, it stays put on awkward, mobile joints where ordinary bandages slide.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow to apply\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWrap from below the injury upwards with even, gentle stretch, overlapping each turn by half. Firm support, not tight: check fingers or toes stay warm and pink. Reusable a few times until the self-grip fades.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGood to know\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor a sprain, remember RICE — rest, ice, compression, elevation — and see a doctor if you can't weight-bear, the joint looks deformed, or swelling is severe.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aero","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57730193883523,"sku":"4188454","price":2.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1006\/9282\/0355\/files\/ABCH50_01_1000px_132762d601e65525d15c1fc74de40d80_png.webp?v=1786023772"},{"product_id":"anthisan-cream-2-25g-14043","title":"Anthisan Cream Mepyramine 2% for Insect Bites, Stings \u0026 Nettle Rash - 25g","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAbout Anthisan Cream\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe antihistamine cream for insect bites, stings and nettle rash: Anthisan is mepyramine maleate 2%, which blocks the histamine your skin releases when a wasp, mosquito or nettle strikes, calming the itch, redness and swelling where it starts. The tube for the picnic bag and the first-aid kit. 25g, suitable for adults and children.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy an antihistamine cream\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSteroid creams damp down inflammation in general; Anthisan targets the histamine itself, which is what makes a bite itch. Applied early it breaks the scratch-inflame-scratch cycle that turns a bite into a week-long welt, and unlike an antihistamine tablet it works where it's put, with no drowsiness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eApply to the bite, sting or rash two or three times a day for up to three days. Remove a bee sting first by scraping it sideways with a fingernail or card. Wash hands after use and keep it away from eyes and mouth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGood to know\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eNot for eczema or broken skin, and not for more than a few days at a time; stop if the skin becomes more irritated. Swelling of the face, lips or throat, wheeze, dizziness or a spreading rash after a sting is an emergency: call 999. A bite that becomes hot, spreading and painful may be infected and needs a GP. 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One plaster, pharmacy-only.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy a plaster\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRubs and gels wear off in hours; a medicated plaster delivers a steady low dose to the sore area day and night, and the warmth and support of the cloth backing help a strained muscle rest. It's the choice for the back or shoulder you can't keep re-treating during the day, and for people who'd rather not take painkiller tablets.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAdults and children over 10: make sure the skin is clean, dry and free of other creams, cut the plaster to size if needed, peel off the backing and press it firmly over the painful area. Leave it in place for two to three days, then remove. Warm the adhesive gently in your hands if it's cold.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGood to know\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBelladonna is absorbed through the skin, so it's not for under-10s, in pregnancy or breastfeeding, with glaucoma, on the face, or on broken or inflamed skin, and not alongside antihistamine medicines. Remove the plaster and seek advice if you notice a rash, dry mouth, blurred vision or palpitations. 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This 15g tube is the handbag and travel size.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTwo antiseptics, one cream\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eCetrimide cleanses and disrupts bacteria at the wound surface; chlorhexidine keeps working against a broad range of bacteria to stop a graze becoming an infected graze. The soft cream base soothes as it treats — which is why it's as much a nursery staple as a first-aid one.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eClean the area, apply a thin layer of cream, and cover with a plaster or dressing if needed. Reapply once or twice daily until healed. 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It soothes pain and fights infection across an unusually wide brief: sore throats and mouth ulcers (diluted as a gargle or dab), plus cuts, grazes, bites, stings and spots. 50ml bottle of the Original.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOne bottle, many jobs\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eTCP's halogenated phenols kill the bacteria that infect broken skin and inflame sore throats. Diluted, it's a gargle for the first scratchy day of a throat; neat, it's a dab-on antiseptic for spots and stings; diluted again, it cleanses grazes before covering. Few bottles in the cabinet earn their space so many ways.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSore throat: gargle with TCP diluted 1 part to 5 parts water, twice a day — don't swallow. Mouth ulcers: dab neat with a cotton bud, or use the same dilution as a rinse. Cuts and grazes: dilute 1:1 to cleanse. Spots, bites, stings: dab on neat. 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