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Purchasing Specials

30 November 2023Factors to consider when purchasing Specials and imported unlicensed medicines from commercial manufacturers

Making unlicensed medicines

30 November 2023Medicines may be made without the need for a marketing authorisation in some circumstances

Governance principles for unlicensed medicines

30 November 2023Factors to consider when unlicensed medicines are used, ensuring good governance.

Answers to frequently asked questions about Evergreen Assessments

28 November 2023We have provided guidance on the recurrent themes or topics of enquiry raised, to support implementation of the Evergreen assessment process.

Net Zero and Social Value requirements in NHSE medicines tenders

28 November 2023Guidance for using the Evergreen assessment to embed Net Zero and Social Value in NHS England medicines tenders.

Managing pharmaceutical waste

1 September 2023Guidance and principles for managing waste generated from the use of medicines.

Identifying types of pharmaceutical waste and disposal containers

1 September 2023Guidance on the appropriate container to use when disposing pharmaceutical waste.

Managing sharps contaminated with pharmaceutical waste

1 September 2023Classification of sharps contaminated with pharmaceutical waste and guidance on the appropriate disposal containers to use.

Managing Controlled Drugs (CD) waste

1 September 2023Legislation and regulation governing the waste management of controlled drugs (CDs).

Using unlicensed medicines

28 July 2023The decision to use an unlicensed medicine is a shared responsibility and must meet the patient's special clinical need.