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Using unlicensed medicines
27 June 2024The decision to use an unlicensed medicine is a shared responsibility and must meet the patient's special clinical need.
Using food supplements
5 September 2025Food supplements have a place in therapy. We explain when using a food supplement may be appropriate and how to assess the risks.
Using Medical Gases Appropriately
11 January 2023Must read background material and guidance to support good medical gas use for hospital Chief Pharmacists and their teams
Understanding when a check adds value to medication processes
24 October 2025Understanding what a check is, the principles of an effective check and factors to consider if introducing a check to a medication process.
Understanding unlicensed medicines
13 May 2025An understanding of the different types of unlicensed medicine will help in meeting patients' special clinical needs
Understanding food supplements
26 August 2025Food supplements are manufactured and regulated differently to medicines. Understanding the differences informs safe and appropriate treatment decisions.
Understanding design for safety in medicines packaging and labels
17 December 2025Understanding principles and limitations of good design can support the safer use of medicines. Consideration of these principles in practice can reduce harms.
Supplying medicines and medical devices: advice for dental teams
26 March 2025Supply of medicines by dentists and dental care professionals depends on the class of medicine, legal mechanism used and requires a local governance framework.
Purchasing for safety
17 December 2025Understanding principles of purchasing for safety can support the safer use of medicines. Consideration of these principles in practice can minimise harms.
Purchasing Specials
5 February 2025Factors to consider when purchasing Specials and imported unlicensed medicines from commercial manufacturers