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Off-label or unlicensed product use under HMR 2012 exemptions
8 April 2026
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A legal position summary regarding the sale, supply or administration of off-label/unlicensed products under Schedule 17 of the Human Medicines Regulations 2012
Off label medicine use under a Patient Group Direction
8 April 2026
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This article explains the legislation and guidance on the use of PGDs when a licensed medicine is to be used outside its licence ('off-label').
Supply and administration of medicines by staff group (P to Z)
1 April 2026
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Different staff groups have different permissions with respect to medicines supply and administration and it is important to ensure legislation is followed.
Supply and administration of medicines by staff group (H to O)
1 April 2026
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Different staff groups have different permissions with respect to medicines supply and administration and it is important to ensure legislation is followed.
Supply and administration of medicines by staff group (A to G)
1 April 2026
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Different staff groups have different permissions with respect to medicines supply and administration and it is important to ensure legislation is followed.
Operating as an NHS clinical trial site post EU Exit
11 February 2026
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A summary of the implications of the UKs exit from the EU for clinical trial sites for both IMP and ATIMPs, including supply to and from Northern Ireland.
Outsourcing ATIMP storage or preparation across legal boundaries
11 February 2026
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Guidance on the considerations for pharmacy clinical trial sites outsourcing activities involved in the delivery of ATIMPs.
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Navigating a potential supply issue
12 January 2026
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Recommendations for secondary care pharmacy procurement teams to follow before escalating a supply issue or shortage to the SPS Regional Procurement Team.
Understanding why PGDs cannot be used for dose adjustments
5 January 2026
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This article outlines why PGDs cannot be used to adjust the dosage of a medicine already in an individual's possession.
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Prescribing available epidural infusion bags
22 December 2025
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The availability of epidural bags will fluctuate over the coming weeks and months. See the current list of available products which will be updated regularly.
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