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Understanding why PGDs cannot be used for dose adjustments

16 November 2021This article outlines why PGDs cannot be used to adjust the dosage of a medicine already in an individual's possession.

Managing dosage adjustments for prescribed medicines

23 January 2025Advice on managing medicines that may require dosage adjustments after they have been prescribed.

Using amphotericin B injections

13 September 20243 formulations exist: 1 conventional; 2 liposomal. Conventional and liposomal formulations are not interchangeable; liposomal formulations are interchangeable.

Legal mechanisms and their application to give COVID-19 vaccines

7 January 2021A summary of the different legal mechanisms available, a priority order for the options, and advice on their application to different professional groups.

Including medicines with Risk Minimisation Measures (RMM) in PGDs

16 March 2021Medicines with RMM may not be suitable for inclusion within Patient Group Directions (PGDs). If used, the RMM must be stated within the PGD.

Supply and/or administration of Controlled Drugs under a PGD

16 November 2021The legal position on the supply and/or administration of controlled drugs under Patient Group Directions is summarised

Off label medicine use under a Patient Group Direction

10 June 2021This article explains the legislation and guidance on the use of PGDs when a medicine is to be used outside its licence ('off-label').

Unlicensed medicines and use of PGDs

16 November 2021This page explains why PGDs are not a legal mechanism for the administration or supply of unlicensed medicines.

Understanding transcribing for medicines administration

28 January 2025Transcribing for medicines administration in healthcare requires assessment and mitigation against identified risks. These risks vary according to setting.

Supply and administration of medicines by staff group (H to O)

2 April 2024Different staff groups have different permissions with respect to medicines supply and administration and it is important to ensure legislation is followed.