Events
Management Review and KPIs in pharmacy technical services
An SPS Quality Assurance (QA) bite size learning event on Management Quality Review and Key Performance Indicators in pharmacy technical services.
Navigating medicine supply issues in secondary care
Explore causes, national processes, and local strategies for effectively managing medicine supply issues in secondary care.
Primary care discussions: Hypertension care in community pharmacy
A community pharmacist, GP, and primary care team share how blood pressure management has strengthened Access and Recovery services and improved patient care.
Latest developments in Health and Justice Medicines Optimisation
Sharing the latest developments in Health and Justice medicines optimisation and pharmacy services.
Biosimilar and key generic medicines – December 2025 update
An update about biosimilar and key generic medicines to support system planning and mobilisation.
Guidance
New and updated articles published to the website during October 2025.
New guidance
Considerations and interactions with GLP-1 receptor agonists
Signposting key risks and interactions of GLP-1 receptor agonists in diabetes, obesity, and weight management.
Inducting pharmacy procurement staff
Complete our induction document to support all levels of new staff working within NHS hospital pharmacy procurement teams.
Updated guidance
Understanding when a check adds value to medication processes
Understanding what a check is, the principles of an effective check and factors to consider if introducing a check to a medication process.
Preparing to use denosumab 60mg biosimilar
Biosimilars of denosumab 60mg (Prolia) are expected soon. We offer general information and implementation advice.
Preparing to use golimumab biosimilar
Golimumab biosimilars are expected soon. We offer general information and implementation advice.
Preparing to use aflibercept 2mg biosimilar
Aflibercept 2mg biosimilars for use in ophthalmology are expected in December 2025 for NHS use. We offer general information and implementation advice.
Using mesalazine tablets appropriately
An overview of differences between mesalazine tablet preparations and clinical considerations when switching between preparations.
Publications
Restricted to NHS: Annual medicines planning publication, Prescribing Outlook
Our annual output to support managed entry and budget planning for new medicines, new indications and patent expiries in the NHS.
Restricted to NHS: New Product Evaluations
A list of new product evaluations that are freely available to NHS staff.
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.
Medication Safety Update
A resource collating the latest medication safety communications and publications to inform, support and inspire medication safety improvements.
Posters
A collection of posters designed by SPS for healthcare professionals to print and display in the workplace.
PGDs
The following updated PGD and protocol templates have been published in advance to allow organisations to undertake local governance processes in a timely manner.
Buccal midazolam for seizures or symptomatic cocaine toxicity management
SPS PGD template for administering buccal midazolam for the management of seizures by registered Paramedics and Nurses.
Omeprazole for use within antenatal and maternity services
SPS protocol templates for the supply and administration of omeprazole for caesarean section by registered midwives.
Lidocaine plus prilocaine cream for IUC insertion or removal
SPS protocol template for the administration of lidocaine plus prilocaine cream to facilitate intrauterine contraception (IUC) insertion or removal.
Lidocaine 10mg/ml spray for IUC insertion or removal
SPS protocol template for administration of lidocaine 10mg/ml spray to facilitate intrauterine contraception (IUC) insertion or removal.
Rectal diazepam for managing seizures
SPS PGD template for administering diazepam rectal tubes for the management of seizures by registered Paramedics and Nurses.
Diazepam injection for seizures or symptomatic cocaine toxicity management
SPS PGD template for administering diazepam solution for injection for the management of seizures by registered Paramedics and Nurses.
Trimethoprim for Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
SPS PGD template for the supply of trimethoprim tablets for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection (UTI).
Nitrofurantoin for Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
SPS PGD template for the supply of nitrofurantoin capsules/tablets for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection (UTI).
Shortages
Prescribing available medicines to treat ADHD
The availability of medicines used to treat Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) varies currently. Supply content is maintained regularly by DHSC.
Medicines Supply Tool
Latest information on supply issues, actions to take, alternatives to use, and expected resolution dates. Content provided by DHSC and MVA team, NHS England.