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Patient Group Directions e-learning programme

8 December 2021E-learning developed by SPS in partnership with UKHSA, HEE and eLfH to support professionals who use, develop, authorise, review or update PGDs.

Supply and/or administration of Controlled Drugs under a Patient Group Direction

16 November 2021This article summarises the legal position on the supply and/or administration of controlled drugs under PGDs.

Unlicensed medicines and use of PGDs

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

Using a single PGD to supply or administer medicines at more than one location

16 November 2021A single PGD can be used to supply or administer medicines in more than one location. PGDs do not need to relate to specific premises.

Using a Patient Group Direction to adjust doses of medicines

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

Patient Group Directions and NHS prescription charges

16 November 2021This article summarises the position regarding the levying of prescription charges for medicines supplied under a PGD.

Nursing Associates, Physician Associates and the use of Patient Group Directions

16 November 2021The below summaries the legal position on the use of PGDs by Nursing Associates and Physician Associates

Administration of benzylpenicillin injection prior to transfer to secondary care in suspected bacterial meningitis or meningococcal septicaemia: PGD template

5 October 2021Antimicrobial PGD templates support the use of medicines in line with national guidance, reducing variation and duplication to improve consistency of care.

Administration of diazepam rectal tubes by registered Paramedics and Nurses for the management of seizures: PGD template

5 October 2021A PGD template developed by SPS and supported by NASMeD and JRCALC for ambulance services commissioned by NHS England.

Administration of tranexamic acid by registered Paramedics and Nurses for treatment of severe haemorrhage: PGD template