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Requirements for Governance and Preparation of Gene Therapy

6 February 2024Practical advice for centres implementing Gene Therapies detailing Governance requirements and optimal preparation location decision making support.

Trastuzumab: informing intrathecal risk assessment

11 August 2022Trastuzumab products vary in their licensed status and other characteristics which affects their suitability for intrathecal administration

Hydrocortisone: informing intrathecal risk assessment

11 August 2022Hydrocortisone products vary in their licensed status and other characteristics which affects their suitability for intrathecal administration

Thiotepa: informing intrathecal risk assessment

11 August 2022Thiotepa products vary in their licensed status and other characteristics which affects their suitability for intrathecal administration

Topotecan: informing intrathecal risk assessment

11 August 2022Topotecan products vary in their licensed status and other characteristics which affects their suitability for intrathecal administration

Switching between gabapentin and pregabalin for neuropathic pain

20 January 2023An overview of possible dose equivalences, switching methods and considerations to make before switching between gabapentinoids in adults with neuropathic pain.

Medically terminating a pregnancy during breastfeeding

28 September 2023Breastfeeding can be continued following short term treatment with mifepristone and misoprostol. Recommendations apply to full term and healthy infants.

Treating heartburn and dyspepsia during breastfeeding

5 March 2024Antacids, alginates, H2-receptor antagonists or proton pump inhibitors can be used during breastfeeding. Recommendations are for full term and healthy infants.

Treating insomnia during breastfeeding

8 March 2024Zopiclone and zolpidem are preferred for the short-term management of insomnia during breastfeeding. Recommendations apply to full term and healthy infants.

The Use of Generic Anti Epileptics Drugs in Patients with Epilepsy

28 September 2020Consensus views of the Pharmaceutical Market Support Group and the UK Clinical Pharmacists Association: Neurosciences Group on the safety and appropriateness of switching between brand…