7 March 2022 · It is not permitted for a Local Authority to delegate the authorisation of Patient Group Directions using a Section 75 partnership agreement.
1 March 2022 · National guidance from NHSE/I to reduce LASA errors and improve patient safety when considering requirements for unlicensed specials medicines
1 March 2022 · Gabapentin or pregabalin can be taken during breastfeeding and with infant monitoring. Recommendations apply to full term and healthy infants only.
9 February 2022 · SPS PGD template for the supply of folic acid 5mg tablets to reduce risk of neural tube defect or compensate for increased folate demand during pregnancy.
3 February 2022 · Patient Group Directions (PGDs) may be used to supply medicines via remote consultations. Advice on clinical assessment and supply is provided.
27 January 2022 · Guidance on continuing or initiating commonly used antihistamines whilst breastfeeding. Recommendations apply to full term and healthy infants only.
24 January 2022 · The main legal mechanisms used to supply and/or administer medicines are explained and considerations suggested for the most appropriate option(s)
20 January 2022 · Levothyroxine is the standard of care for treating hypothyroidism. Desiccated or natural thyroid extracts (DTE) are not routinely recommended.
8 December 2021 · E-learning developed by SPS in partnership with UKHSA, HEE and eLfH to support professionals who use, develop, authorise, review or update PGDs.