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"Tranche" branded medicines in a competitive market

12 November 2021An explanation of branded "Tranche" Medicines in a competitive market

'Flozin' suggestions for adults with swallowing difficulties

27 February 2025A range of SGLT2 inhibitor ('flozin') formulations are suitable for use in adults with swallowing difficulties

'Gliptin' suggestions for adults with swallowing difficulties

27 February 2025A range of DPP-4 inhibitor ('gliptin') formulations are suitable for use in adults with swallowing difficulties

A person-centred approach to polypharmacy and medication review

17 January 2025This article outlines how to identify, invite and apply a person-centred framework to support structured medication review.

Acute settings and transcribing

22 February 2022Consideration needs to be given to the risk factors particularly associated with transcribing in acute settings

Adverse drug reactions: resources to support answering questions

30 November 2022Suggested resources to help primary care healthcare professionals find information to answer questions about side-effects of medicines

Advising how to crush or disperse tablets and open capsules

17 December 2024How to disperse tablets in water, crush tablets and open capsules safely for oral administration in adults.

Alternatives to transcribing for medicines administration

22 February 2022Transcribing is not the preferred option for medicines administration and the alternatives should be considered before committing to transcribing.

An example oral opioid switch from morphine to oxycodone

1 April 2025An example scenario to support you when switching or advising on switching between morphine and other oral opioids in cancer and palliative care.

Answers to frequently asked questions about Evergreen Assessments

28 November 2023We have provided guidance on the recurrent themes or topics of enquiry raised, to support implementation of the Evergreen assessment process.