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SMRs in problematic polypharmacy: cardiovascular disease focus

10 March 2026Consultant pharmacists will use a case study to illustrate a patient centred approach to SMRs for patients with cardiovascular disease.

Anticoagulant suggestions for adults with swallowing difficulties

5 November 2025A range of oral anticoagulant formulations are suitable for adults with swallowing difficulties.

Primary care discussions: Heart failure

20 August 2024A practical discussion between two pharmacists with an interest in heart failure about identifying heart failure and optimising treatment in primary care.

Choosing an antidepressant for people with coronary heart disease

29 April 2025Sertraline is the first-line option in people with coronary heart disease. Alternatives include fluoxetine, paroxetine and mirtazapine.

ACEI suggestions for adults with swallowing difficulties

24 March 2025A range of Angiotensin Converting Enzyme inhibitors (ACEI) formulations are suitable for adults with swallowing difficulties

Statin suggestions for adults with swallowing difficulties

27 June 2024A range of statin formulations are suitable for adults with swallowing difficulties.

ARB suggestions for adults with swallowing difficulties

20 June 2024A range of angiotensin II receptor antagonists (angiotensin receptor blockers, ARB) formulations are suitable for adults with swallowing difficulties.

Antiplatelet suggestions for adults with swallowing difficulties

13 June 2024A range of antiplatelet formulations are suitable for use in adults with swallowing difficulties.

Using heparins during breastfeeding

19 January 2024Low molecular weight heparin and unfractionated heparin can be used during breastfeeding. Recommendations apply to full term, healthy infants only.

Using angiotensin-II receptor antagonists during breastfeeding

19 September 2023Very limited data suggest breastmilk levels are likely to be low, but other medicine classes are preferred. Recommendations apply to full term, healthy infants.