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Compatibility of nebuliser solution combinations
22 June 2022
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Mixing nebuliser solutions is often done but rarely licensed. Compatibility of these solutions have been studied and are outlined below, along with a handy tool
Using haem arginate (human hemin) in acute porphyria attacks
21 June 2022
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Understanding when and how to use haem arginate can help individuals at risk of acute neurovisceral attacks, which though uncommon may be life threatening.
Using transdermal patches safely in healthcare settings
3 May 2022
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Guidance on strategies for the safe application of transdermal patches to reduce the risk of medication errors in healthcare settings.
Factors to consider when using medicines following bariatric surgery (gastric bypass)
31 March 2022
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Guidance on the physiological changes after bariatric surgery that can affect the absorption of medicines and supplements.
The effect of bariatric surgery (gastric bypass) on certain medicines
31 March 2022
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There is some evidence on the effect of bariatric surgery (gastric bypass) on specific medicines which may inform prescribing decisions for those patients.
How enteral feeding tubes affect medicines
8 March 2022
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A knowledge of the different types of enteral feeding tube is important when recommending options for medicines administration
Worked example of assessing the risk of transcribing
22 February 2022
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Example where medicines are prescribed by both the patient’s GP and specialist clinicians, and are administered in a patient’s home.
Offender healthcare settings and transcribing
22 February 2022
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Consideration needs to be given to the risk factors particularly associated with transcribing in offender healthcare settings
Transcribing in the patient's home with healthcare input
22 February 2022
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Consideration needs to be given to the risk factors particularly associated with transcribing in the patient's home with healthcare input
Non-acute settings with healthcare input and transcribing
22 February 2022
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Consideration needs to be given to the risk factors particularly associated with transcribing in non-acute settings with healthcare input
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