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Emtricitabine and tenofovir alafenamide (TAF) tablets as PrEP

SPS PGD template for the supply of emtricitabine and tenofovir alafenamide (TAF) tablets as Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) for the prevention of HIV infection.

Doxycycline and metronidazole for human and animal bites

SPS PGD templates for supply of doxycycline and metronidazole for the prophylaxis of human and animal bites in specified patient groups

Co-amoxiclav for human and animal bites

SPS PGD template for supply of co-amoxiclav for the prophylaxis of human and animal bites in specified patient groups.

Combined hormonal contraceptive vaginal ring

SPS PGD template for the supply of combined hormonal vaginal ring for contraception.

Levonorgestrel 1500 microgram tablets for emergency contraception

SPS PGD template for the supply and/or administration of levonorgestrel 1500 microgram tablets for emergency contraception.

Progestogen only pill (POP) for contraception

SPS PGD template for the supply of a progestogen only pill (POP) for contraception.

Permethrin for scabies

SPS PGD template for supply of permethrin for the treatment of scabies in specified patient groups.

Malathion for scabies

SPS PGD template for supply of malathion for the treatment of scabies in specified patient groups.

Ulipristal acetate 30mg tablets for emergency contraception

SPS PGD template for the supply and/or administration of ulipristal acetate 30mg tablet for emergency contraception.

Combined oral hormonal contraceptive (COC) in reproductive health

SPS PGD template for the supply of a combined oral hormonal contraceptive for contraception, or for individuals requiring control of problematic bleeding.

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Understanding objectionable microorganisms

An SPS Quality Assurance (QA) bite size learning event on understanding objectionable microorganisms in Pharmacy Technical Services.

Five moments to tackle problematic polypharmacy podcasts

In these podcasts we discuss 5 moments to tackle problematic polypharmacy, using examples from community pharmacy practice and expert advice.

Managing medicines inventory in hospital pharmacy

Tools and user guides for NHS Trusts to optimally manage medicines inventory.

The licence and supporting evidence for denosumab 120mg biosimilars

Denosumab 120mg biosimilars are licensed. Learn about indications, formulations, supporting evidence and differences.

Emtricitabine and tenofovir alafenamide (TAF) tablets as PrEP

SPS PGD template for the supply of emtricitabine and tenofovir alafenamide (TAF) tablets as Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) for the prevention of HIV infection.

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Prescribing available epidural infusion bags

Epidural infusion bags availability varies currently. Check for available licensed and unlicensed products to keep up to date.

Using solid oral dosage form antibiotics in children

Information for off-label crushing, dispersing or opening solid oral antibiotics in children when licensed suspension formulations aren’t available.

Complementary products: resources to support answering questions

Resources for reviewing interactions with supplements and complementary, herbal and alternative products, including homeopathy, Chinese and Ayurvedic.

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New Product Evaluations

A list of new product evaluations that are freely available to NHS staff.

Medication Safety Update

A resource collating the latest medication safety communications and publications to inform, support and inspire medication safety improvements.

SPS Horizon Scanning

Know what medicines are in the pipeline. Understand the strategic and operational challenges for the NHS. Start planning early.

Welcoming the Web Assistant pilot

The Web Assistant will help you to answer questions about medicines in patients with swallowing difficulties.

New Medicines News

New Medicines News is produced by the SPS Horizon Scanning Service. It highlights recent new product launches and significant medicines regulatory changes.

Articles, Research and audits

Patient Group Directions e-learning programme

E-learning developed by SPS in partnership with UKHSA, HEE and eLfH to support professionals who use, develop, authorise, review or update PGDs.

Northern Pharmacy Technical Services Workforce Project Report

These are the detailed and easy read summary reports of the northern pharmacy technical services (PTS) workforce project. They provide a critical analysis of the…

Auditing Patient Group Directions

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

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

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

Wholesale distribution authorisation audits

A checklist for audits and self-inspections for the holders of wholesale distribution authorisations

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