Hetton Group Practice

02/04/2026

01/04/2026

Yesterday Carol our office manager retired from the practice after nearly 49 years.

We would like to thank Carol for her dedication, hard work and professionalism throughout the years. Nearly five decades of commitment is an amazing achievement and her contribution will not be forgotten. Carol will be a big miss to her fellow colleagues and our patients.

We wish Carol a very happy, healthy and well deserved retirement! 💐⭐️

01/04/2026

The Practice will be closed on Friday 3rd April 2026 and Monday 6th April 2026 for the Easter bank holiday.

We will reopen at 8am on Tuesday 7th April 2026.

01/04/2026

We would encourage everyone to download the NHS app if you have not already done this.

27/03/2026

💊HGP Medication Team Alert💊

The MHRA have issued an alert to advise some apixaban tablets do not have the up to date patient information leaflet inside.

This does not affect the quality of this medication and it should be continued to be taken as instructed by your health care professional.

Please see links below for updated patient information leaflets and further information on those batches affected.

Sandoz Ltd. have informed the MHRA that the Patient Information Leaflet included in specified batches of Apixaban does not contain up‑to‑date information.

26/03/2026

⚠️NEWS POST❗

"Don't leave it too late to order your repeat prescriptions!" is the message from GPs and pharmacists ahead of the Easter bank holidays.

Read the full story by visiting the link in the comments👇

24/03/2026

💊 Medication Recall Alert 💊

Do you or someone you care for use or have been prescribed Hibiwash?

The MHRA have issued a recall as a precautionary measure due to microbial contamination at the manufacturing facility.

Please follow the link below for affected batches and advice on what to do if your product is affected

Any patients affected will be contacted directly

https://www.gov.uk/drug-device-alerts/class-2-medicines-recall-regent-medical-limited-slash-molnlycke-health-care-hibiwash-500ml-el-26-a-slash-15

23/03/2026

Meningitis. Know the symptoms and what to do if you spot them ⬇️

22/03/2026

19/03/2026

Stay safe buying medicines online!
💊 Prescription medicines are strictly controlled for a reason – taking them without advice from a doctor or pharmacist can be very dangerous.
⚠️ Medicines might be expired, diluted, or something completely different.
⚠️ They can cause harmful side effects or react badly with other medicines.
⚠️ Some fake medications can even be fatal.
✔️ Always talk to your GP or pharmacist first. They’ll help you understand what you’re taking and how to take it safely.
✔️ If you do buy online, make sure the pharmacy is registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council

Stay safe, stay informed!
Find out more: NHS medicines information

17/03/2026

Meningitis can be very serious if not treated quickly.

The NHS website has all the information you need, including what to look out for and when to get medical help.

➡️ https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/meningitis/

11/03/2026

‼️💊 Medication Recall Alert 💊‼️

Ramipril 5mg capsules - Crescent Brand Ltd - Batch GR164099

The MHRA have issued a medication recall for this medication due to concerns some boxes of Ramipril 5mg capsules within this batch could contain Amlodipine 5mg Tablets in error.

Please see below for further information and photos attached to help identify the affected batch.

The medicine and health products regulatory agency (MHRA) have recently released a potential drug recall for one of your medications Ramipril 5mg capsules. Please note this recall applies to the brand CRESCENT PHARMA LTD.


Some cartons of Ramipril 5 mg Capsules, manufactured by Crescent Pharma Limited, may contain blister strips of Amlodipine 5 mg Tablets. All packs of Ramipril 5 mg Capsule, Batch Number GR164099 are being recalled as a precautionary measure.

If you were prescribed Ramipril 5 mg Capsules and have received the impacted product batch (Batch Number GR164099) please check that the carton contains the correct medication. The batch number and expiry date information can be found on outer carton.

If the carton contains blister strips that are labelled and contain Amlodipine 5 mg tablets, contact your dispensing pharmacy in the first instance. If the carton contains blister strips that are labelled and contain Ramipril 5 mg Capsules, you do not need to take further action.
If you are unsure or have any questions, please seek advice from your pharmacy or other healthcare professionals responsible for your care.

If you have an impacted pack or previously received this batch, (where known) and you believe you have taken the Amlodipine 5 mg Tablets that were included in error and are currently experiencing any side effects, then please seek immediate medical advice.

Please take the leaflet that came with your medicine and any remaining tablets with you to your pharmacy or GP practice.

Both medications are used to treat high blood pressure, however because your body may not be used to a different type of medicine, your blood pressure may become lower than normal and you may experience dizziness as a result of taking amlodipine.