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Shelf-life extension for Comirnaty (10 micrograms/dose) concentrate for Children 5-11 years

23 March 2022Details of shelf-life extension from 6 to 9 months for Comirnaty (10 micrograms/dose) concentrate for Children 5-11 years

Receiving of thawed Comirnaty concentrate for children 5-11 years in Trusts

25 January 2022A standard operating procedure is provided for receiving of thawed Comirnaty concentrate for children 5-11 years in Trusts

Managing risks associated with the introduction of the Comirnaty vaccine for children 5 to 11 years old

21 January 2022Characteristics of Pfizer's Comirnaty vaccines for adults/adolescents and children differ. Teams must understand the differences to ensure safety.

Preparing Comirnaty Children 5-11 years Syringes for Administration at end user locations

21 January 2022SOP for preparing Comirnaty concentrate for Children 5-11 years syringes at end user locations in primary care prior to immediate administration.

Preparing Comirnaty Children 5-11 years Syringes for Administration at PCN designated sites

21 January 2022SOP for preparing Comirnaty concentrate for Children 5-11 years syringes for administration at PCN designated sites prior to immediate administration.

Transporting Comirnaty concentrate for Children 5-11 years from PCN Designated Sites to end user location

20 January 2022SOP for transporting Comirnaty concentrate for Children 5-11 years from PCN sites to end user locations.

Primary Care Discussions: Liquid Medicines Standardisation for Children

20 January 2022Challenging discussions on Liquid Medicines Standardisation for Children - an 'On the Couch' discussion between specialist pharmacists

Preparing Comirnaty for Children 5-11 years in Trusts

11 January 2022Comirnaty concentrate for Children 5 to 11 years preparation resources; including standard operating procedures, work instructions and a checklist

How should medicines be dosed in children who are obese?

28 May 2021Review on how to calculate medicine doses in children who are obese which includes a table on commonly prescribed medicines.

Using chloramphenicol eye products in children under 2 years

29 April 2021Chloramphenicol eye drops that contain boron or borates (borax or boric acid) can be safely used in children under 2 years where indicated.