9 July 2025 · Cutting or masking transdermal patches is discouraged. Matrix patches can be cut if no licensed alternatives are available; reservoir patches should not be cut.
9 July 2025 · Practical guidance for safe application, monitoring, removal, disposal, documentation and storage of transdermal patches to reduce risk of medication errors.
7 July 2025 · GPs can vaccinate staff using PSDs, written instructions, or via OHS or community pharmacies. Considerations for using each mechanism are explained.
7 July 2025 · Written instructions can be used as part of an occupational health service to supply/administer medicines to staff within the organisation.
7 July 2025 · PGDs should only be used in an NHS OHS, where they confer additional benefit for service provision. They cannot be used for OHS via private provision.
7 July 2025 · Various legal mechanisms can be used to supply and/or administer medicines within OHS. We explain some practical applications within this series.
4 July 2025 · Intravenous (IV) aminophylline is used in emergency respiratory conditions. We provide guidance on switching between oral theophylline and IV aminophylline.