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Using mesalazine tablets appropriately
19 December 2025An overview of differences between mesalazine tablet preparations and clinical considerations when switching between preparations.
Switching between morphine and other opioids in palliative care
1 April 2025Switching between oral morphine and other oral opioids requires care and thoughtful application of a stepped process.
Mirtazapine to other antidepressants: switching in adults
31 May 2024Suggested methods for switching safely from mirtazapine to other antidepressants. Switches requiring additional specialist support are highlighted.
SNRIs to other antidepressants: switching in adults
31 May 2024Suggested methods for switching safely between SNRIs or to other antidepressants. Switches requiring additional specialist support are highlighted.
Moclobemide to other antidepressants: switching in adults
31 May 2024Suggested methods for switching safely from moclobemide to other antidepressants. Switches requiring additional specialist support are highlighted.
Tricyclics to other antidepressants: switching in adults
31 May 2024Suggested methods for switching safely between tricyclics or to other antidepressants. Switches requiring additional specialist support are highlighted.
Considerations when switching between solid doses and liquids
3 April 2024Bioavailability, release profile and licensed uses are some of the considerations needed when changing between solid dose and liquid formulations.
Switching between oral prednisolone and IV hydrocortisone
19 December 2023Switching between oral prednisolone and intravenous (IV) hydrocortisone requires care due to the risk of adrenal insufficiency or adrenal crisis.
Switching
Our advice on switching between medicines covers switching between antidepressants as well as a range of other common medicines switches.
Example medicines to prescribe by brand name in primary care
15 January 2026Prescribe certain medicines by brand to ensure supply of the same product. Examples are grouped by therapeutic area. The list of products is not exhaustive.