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Prescribing and switching between modified-release methylphenidate
28 August 2025
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Modified-release methylphenidate capsules and tablets differ. Ensure patients receive appropriate treatment, particularly during periods of supply disruption.
Health and Justice Medicines Optimisation 2025 Update
3 July 2025
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Sharing the latest developments in Health and Justice medicines optimisation and pharmacy services.
Net Zero and Social Value requirements in NHSE medicines tenders
25 July 2025
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Guidance for using the Evergreen assessment to embed Net Zero and Social Value in NHS England medicines tenders.
Answers to frequently asked questions about Evergreen Assessments
25 July 2025
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We have provided guidance on the recurrent themes or topics of enquiry raised, to support implementation of the Evergreen assessment process.
Influenza vaccine written instruction templates for adoption
25 July 2025
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Two influenza written instruction templates are published annually; one for NHS bodies and Local Authorities and one for independent/other providers.
Using transdermal patches safely in healthcare settings
17 July 2025
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Practical guidance for safe application, monitoring, removal, disposal, documentation and storage of transdermal patches to reduce risk of medication errors.
Mutual aid – understanding best practice principles
15 July 2025
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Our advice to help NHS procurement teams understand when mutual aid is appropriate and how to request this.
Information resources for advice about medicines in pregnancy
15 July 2025
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SPS and other resources can help pharmacy and other healthcare professionals provide advice on medicines in pregnancy.
Cutting or masking transdermal patches safely
9 July 2025
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Cutting or masking transdermal patches is discouraged. Matrix patches can be cut if no licensed alternatives are available; reservoir patches should not be cut.
Using PGDs in occupational health services (OHS)
7 July 2025
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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.
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