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Supporting people with mental health conditions in primary care
19 September 2023
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Speakers shared experiences of supporting people living with mental health conditions to show that you don’t have to be an expert to make a contribution
Clozapine use in adults with swallowing difficulties
12 June 2023
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Guidance on clozapine administration including crushing tablets, importance of not missing doses and practical considerations regarding switching formulations
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Navigating a potential supply issue
12 January 2026
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Recommendations for secondary care pharmacy procurement teams to follow before escalating a supply issue or shortage to the SPS Regional Procurement Team.
'Flozin' suggestions for adults with swallowing difficulties
27 February 2025
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A range of SGLT2 inhibitor ('flozin') formulations are suitable for use in adults with swallowing difficulties
Supplying medicines and medical devices: advice for dental teams
26 March 2025
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Supply of medicines by dentists and dental care professionals depends on the class of medicine, legal mechanism used and requires a local governance framework.
Checking if medicines can be given with food
6 February 2025
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Many medicines can be given safely with a spoonful of soft food. Use the suggested resources and clinical considerations to support decision-making.
Checking if tablets can be crushed or capsules opened
6 February 2025
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We suggest information resources and points to consider before crushing tablets or opening capsules.
Completing regular and annual stock checks
13 January 2026
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Emphasising the value in committing time to robust stock management processes
Monitoring slow moving stock and rarely used medicines
13 January 2026
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It is important to hold medicines in date and identify where usage of medicines has changed or are only required on an irregular basis.
Managing stock of critical medicines
13 January 2026
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Essential medicines that must be held in stock or risk assessed for alternatives if unavailable.
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