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Aciclovir (oral) for genital HSV infection

5 October 2021SPS PGD template for the supply of aciclovir (oral) to treat genital herpes simplex virus (HSV) infections.

Aciclovir for shingles

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

Amoxicillin for otitis media

1 February 2024SPS PGD template for the supply of amoxicillin for otitis media.

Aspirin tablets for use within antenatal and maternity services

9 February 2022SPS PGD template for the supply of aspirin tablets to individuals at risk of pre-eclampsia during pregnancy.

Auditing Patient Group Directions

14 September 2020SPS have developed a template audit tool to support organisations in auditing aspects of PGD development and use.

Authorising and preparing to use a PGD

30 July 2024Once a PGD is written, there are steps to be completed before the PGD is used within an organisation.

Azithromycin (oral) for use within sexual health services

5 October 2021SPS PGD template for supply of azithromycin for uncomplicated genital Chlamydia trachomatis, non-gonococcal/non-specific urethritis; Mycoplasma genitalium.

Benzylpenicillin for Group B Streptococcus for use in neonates

19 January 2023SPS PGD template for the intrapartum administration of benzylpenicillin for prevention of early-onset Group B Streptococcus (GBS) infection in neonates.

Benzylpenicillin injection for suspected meningitis

5 October 2021SPS PGD template for administering benzylpenicillin prior to transfer to secondary care in suspected bacterial meningitis or meningococcal septicaemia.

Buccal midazolam for the management of seizures

5 October 2021SPS PGD template for administering buccal midazolam for the management of seizures by registered Paramedics and Nurses.