29 October 2020 · Limited data and pharmacokinetics indicate that low dose aspirin (defined here as 75 – 150mg daily) passes into breast milk in small amounts. There…
26 October 2020 · Paracetamol is the simple analgesic of choice in breastfeeding mothers. Choice of an alternative will depend on level of analgesia required. Paracetamol should be adequate…
18 September 2020 · Additional information relating to breastfeeding To be used in conjunction with individual drug entries for specific information and guidance. Oral anticoagulants The coumarin anticoagulants, warfarin…
9 June 2020 · NSAIDs are contra-indicated in patients in whom attacks of asthma have been precipitated by aspirin or any other NSAID. Further studies are required to confirm…
26 May 2020 · Anticoagulation is key to reducing the risk of stroke in atrial fibrillation (AF). However ensuring that the anticoagulant is prescribed at the correct dose for…
10 January 2020 · The enteric coated (EC) formulation of aspirin was developed and marketed in an effort to reduce GI adverse effects associated with aspirin therapy. There are…
21 May 2018 · All Dorset CCG GP Practices were asked to audit all patients taking anti-platelets (clopidogrel, prasugrel and ticagrelor), as part of a dual anti-platelet (anti-platelet plus…