Whilst levothyroxine should ideally be taken in the fasted state (30-60 minutes before breakfast), this is a challenge to many patients who may either skip doses or not adhere to the recommended timing.

Ibuprofen is currently considered first-line management for acute paediatric musculoskeletal injuries, although numerous studies have established that pain management is still sub-optimal.

A recent article from the BBC reminds us of the 4000-year history of the use of aspirin as a medication.