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What’s new in medicines mechanisms and governance PGDs

25 February 2025An update for those involved in medicines governance including managing PGDs and other medicine mechanisms in practice. 13th May 2025.

Cytisinicline for smoking cessation

5 February 2025SPS PGD template for supply of cytisinicline to support smoking cessation in specified individuals.

Gadopiclenol contrast agent

17 December 2024SPS PGD template for administering gadopiclenol intravenously for imaging investigations and procedures by registered Radiographers.

Varenicline for smoking cessation

29 October 2024SPS PGD template for supply of varenicline to support smoking cessation in specified individuals.

Monitoring and reviewing a PGD in practice

30 July 2024Monitoring and evaluating practice under a PGD and timely review of a PGD are important steps in the development process.

Writing a PGD

30 July 2024Writing a PGD is a multi-step process, requiring input from all members of the PGD development team.

Authorising and preparing to use a PGD

30 July 2024Once a PGD is written, there are steps to be completed before the PGD is used within an organisation.

Planning for a PGD

30 July 2024You’ve decided a PGD is the most appropriate option but there are things to consider before you start writing.

Occupational health services explainer videos

16 July 2024Short videos explaining medicines mechanisms in occupational health services, including written instructions.

Legal mechanisms and contrast agents

15 July 2024Informing and supporting decision making when considering the most appropriate legal mechanism for administering contrast agents in imaging services.