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Managing problems when using transdermal patches
17 November 2025Guidance on adhesion, skin reactions, missing, omitted or delayed application, dosing intervals, switching, accidental exposure, and MRI scan considerations.
Using transdermal patches safely in healthcare settings
17 July 2025Practical guidance for safe application, monitoring, removal, disposal, documentation and storage of transdermal patches to reduce risk of medication errors.
Choosing medicines formulations in swallowing difficulties
6 February 2025Some adults cannot swallow tablets or capsules safely. We describe a process for choosing suitable formulations, including crushing tablets.
Checking if medicines can be given with food
6 February 2025Many medicines can be given safely with a spoonful of soft food. Use the suggested resources and clinical considerations to support decision-making.
Checking if tablets can be crushed or capsules opened
6 February 2025We suggest information resources and points to consider before crushing tablets or opening capsules.
Non-acute settings with healthcare input and transcribing
28 January 2025Consideration needs to be given to the risk factors particularly associated with transcribing in non-acute settings with healthcare input
Covert administration of medicines: legal issues
13 January 2025A summary of key legal issues, a pathway of actions and links to national guidance to consider before administering medicines covertly to adults.
Thickeners and thickened fluids
17 December 2024Follow specific product information when using thickeners. Avoid mixing starch-based thickeners with macrogol (polyethylene glycol) laxatives.
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.
Medicines suitable for adults with swallowing difficulties
17 December 2024A number of licensed and unlicensed products in different therapeutic classes are available that are suitable for use in adults with swallowing difficulties.