I was told to take aspirin during pregnancy but my pharmacy refused to serve me

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'There is stigma surrounding what pregnant people can and cannot do. Drinking alcohol, taking prenatal vitamins, maintaining a BMI under 30, these are all areas in which pregnant bodies are constantly policed.' ✍️ Katie Alexander for MetroOpinion

‘I can’t buy aspirin?’ I asked, hardly understanding what I’d just been told. ‘Why not?’. What? Did they think I was going to overdose on the medication to purposefully hurt myself – or us both?

We went into the nearest Costa Coffee where I just broke down. I was so upset and embarrassed about the whole situation – but that quickly turned to anger. — a condition that can cause severe headaches, vision problems and vomiting during the second half of a pregnancy.Although most cases of pre-eclampsia are mild, it can lead to serious complications for the pregnant person and baby if it isn’t monitored.. Apparently taking low levels of aspirin daily regulates your blood pressure and can assist with the development of your placenta.I went into my nearest Boots store a few days later and purchased 75mg dispersible aspirin tablets over the counter.

When I’d calmed down, I filed a formal complaint against Boots. I received a call a few days later, which was only more infuriating. When I argued my points, I was shut down quickly again, stating that their policy was for the wellbeing of my baby. When mentioning that I could purchase alcohol without any legal restrictions, I was told that hopefully I wouldn’t do that.

 

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MetroOpinion What an ignorant piece of journalism. 1. What are the laws in the UK regarding sales of aspirin to pregnant women? 2. Has the author sought factual information from the GPhC and NMC in regards to this? 3. Was the woman treated sensitively and explained to why the sale could not

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