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Tool to calculate estimated dose equivalences of oral morphine to other oral opioids

14 September 2021Use our tool to obtain approximate dose equivalences of oral morphine to other oral opioids and help you calculate an estimated equivalent dose

Switching between oral morphine and other oral opioids in adult palliative or cancer care patients

14 September 2021Switching between morphine and alternative opioids requires care and thoughtful application of a stepped process

Safety in Lactation: Non-beta lactam antibiotics and antibacterials

8 September 2021To be used in conjunction with individual drug entries for specific information and guidance. Aminoglycosides Only small or negligible amounts of aminoglycosides are found in…

Safety of dental medicines in acute porphyria

2 September 2021An indication of the safety of various medicines commonly used by dentists in people with acute porphyria is given.

Written Instruction for the administration of seasonal ‘flu vaccination

25 August 2021Advice on using written instructions for the administration of 'flu vaccinations to healthcare staff and written instruction templates 2021/22 are available.

MUS Webinar – The art of supporting your care home patients through communication and decision-making

8 September 2021Our speaker this month was Lelly Oboh, Consultant Pharmacist, Care of Older People at Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust This webinar was aimed…

National Homecare Medicines Committee (NHMC) Prescription Management Process

16 July 2021Prescription Management Process within Clinical Homecare Services

Primary Care: Discussions on challenging areas of practice

30 September 2021Summary of this webinar series This is a pilot series of five webinars, aiming to connect specialist pharmacists with primary care pharmacy staff in an…

Understanding safety risks with betamethasone soluble tablets used as mouthwash

9 July 2021Serious side effects can be caused if betamethasone soluble tablets used as mouthwash are swallowed. Providing clear patient directions can help prevent harm

Choosing a suitable antidepressant for people with coronary heart disease (CHD)

2 July 2021Prescribers may need to choose a safe antidepressant in people with CHD. We guide on available options. We do not cover management of complex depression.