30 July 2018 · The development of OPAT (Outpatient Parenteral Antibiotic Therapy) services and other outpatient intravenous therapies has been rapid over recent years and there are many models…
5 October 2021 · SPS PGD template for administering benzylpenicillin prior to transfer to secondary care in suspected bacterial meningitis or meningococcal septicaemia.
16 June 2022 · Topical chloramphenicol can be used with caution and monitoring. Systemic chloramphenicol is not recommended. Advice applies to full term and healthy infants.
6 October 2023 · Continue breastfeeding during COVID-19 infection, even if dexamethasone, Paxlovid, sotrovimab or tocilzumab are required. COVID-19 vaccines can also be given.
12 October 2023 · Oseltamivir and zanamivir can be used during breastfeeding when clinically indicated. Recommendations apply to full term, healthy infants only.
22 December 2023 · Metronidazole can be used during breastfeeding for most usual treatment courses. Recommendations apply to full term, healthy infants.