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Patient Group Directions

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Writing a PGD

30 July 2024Writing a PGD is a multi-step process, requiring input from all members of the PGD development team.

When not to use a PGD

12 February 2024Understanding when PGDs are an unsuitable mechanism for the supply and/or administration of medicines ensures an alternative legal framework is applied.

When PGDs can be used

12 February 2024Understanding when PGDs are a suitable mechanism for the supply and/or administration of medicines ensures an appropriate legal framework for service provision.

What’s new in medicines mechanisms and governance PGDs

13 May 2025An update for those involved in medicines governance including managing PGDs and other medicine mechanisms in practice. 13 May 2025.

Varenicline for smoking cessation

29 October 2024SPS PGD template for supply of varenicline to support smoking cessation in specified individuals.

Valaciclovir for shingles

1 February 2024SPS PGD template for supply of valaciclovir for shingles in specified patient groups.

Using written instructions in occupational health services

4 March 2024Written instructions can be used as part of an occupational health service to supply/administer medicines to staff within the organisation.

Using medicines under PGD as part of a clinical trial or study

26 June 2019Advice on the use of Patient Group Directions (PGDs) to supply or administer a medication which is part of a clinical trial, study or pilot

Using medicines at more than one location under a single PGD

16 November 2021A single Patient Group Direction (PGD) can be used to supply or administer medicines in more than one location. PGDs do not need to relate to specific premises.

Using PGDs in occupational health services (OHS)

4 March 2024PGDs should only be used in an NHS OHS, where they confer additional benefit for service provision. They cannot be used for OHS via private provision.