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Using and prescribing thiamine in alcohol dependence

25 September 2025Intramuscular and intravenous thiamine can be used to prevent complications of alcohol dependence such as Wernicke’s encephalopathy.

Unlicensed medicines and use of PGDs

2 June 2025This page explains why PGDs are not a legal mechanism for the administration or supply of unlicensed medicines.

Understanding why PGDs cannot be used for dose adjustments

5 January 2026This article outlines why PGDs cannot be used to adjust the dosage of a medicine already in an individual's possession.

Understanding the falsified medicines directive

9 March 2023An overview of the changes to the requirements for medicines ‘safety features’ following the UK’s departure from the EU

Supporting system response to the ADHD medicine shortage

1 November 2024Practical advice for the system in response to the NatPSA for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) medicines.

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.

Supplying medical devices: advice for dental teams

26 March 2025Advice on supplying medical devices directly to NHS and private patients by dentists, dental hygienists and dental therapists.

Supplying Prescription Only Medicines: advice for dental teams

26 March 2025Advice on supplying prescription only medicines (POMs) to NHS and private patients by dentists, dental hygienists and dental therapists.

Supplying P and GSL medicines: advice for dental teams

26 March 2025Advice on supplying P and GSL medicines to NHS and private patients by dentists, dental hygienists and dental therapists.

Supply of aseptically prepared IMPs across legal boundaries

19 November 2025The legal and practical implications when transferring aseptically prepared Investigational Medicinal Products (IMPs) across legal boundaries.