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Managing interactions between macrolides and statins

24 November 2023The use of statins can be continued with azithromycin. However, the interaction risks need to be managed if clarithromycin or erythromycin are required.

Labelling and packaging medicines supplied by dental teams

26 March 2025Requirements for labelling and packaging medicines before supply by dental teams are detailed in legislation and depend on the classification of the medicine

How should dentists prescribe, store, order and dispose of controlled drugs?

6 June 2016This updated Q&A aims to explain controlled drug legislation relevant to primary care dental practice. Includes prescribing for NHS and private patients, ordering/requisitioning, storage and…

How should adults with cancer be managed by general dental practitioners if they need dental treatment?

23 March 2020This Medicines Q&A provides advice on what to consider when providing dental treatment, and information about the main adverse effects of cancer therapies that could…

Fluoride toothpaste – what are the dangers of chronic ingestion in adults?

15 February 2019This Medicines Q&A examines the effects of chronic fluoride ingestion associated with use of fluoride toothpaste in adults.

Considering interactions with local anaesthetics in dentistry

3 January 2025Interpreting significance of drug interactions with dental local anaesthetic (LA) cartridges and why most aren’t clinically relevant in general dental practice.

Considerations for artificial saliva products in dentistry

30 April 2025Artificial saliva products for dry mouth (xerostomia) vary in formulation. We advise on pharmaceutical considerations and prescribing or supplying in dentistry.