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An example oral opioid switch from morphine to oxycodone

1 April 2025An example scenario to support you when switching or advising on switching between morphine and other oral opioids in cancer and palliative care.

Estimating dose equivalence from oral morphine to other opioids

1 April 2025Use our tool to obtain approximate dose equivalences of oral morphine to other oral opioids and help you calculate an estimated equivalent daily dose.

Switching between morphine and other opioids in palliative care

1 April 2025Switching between oral morphine and other oral opioids requires care and thoughtful application of a stepped process.

Using mesalazine tablets appropriately

18 October 2024An overview of differences between mesalazine tablet preparations and clinical considerations when switching between preparations.

Switching strategies for antidepressants

22 May 2024The choice of antidepressant switching strategy depends on the person and antidepressant. We describe the current strategies and their application.

Switching between oral prednisolone and IV hydrocortisone

29 September 2023Switching between oral prednisolone and intravenous (IV) hydrocortisone requires care due to the risk of adrenal insufficiency or adrenal crisis.

Specific medicine switches for solid dose and liquid formulations

13 September 2023Certain medicines require additional monitoring and dose adjustments when switching between solid dose and liquid formulations.

Considerations when switching between solid doses and liquids

13 September 2023Bioavailability, release profile and licensed uses are some of the considerations needed when changing between solid dose and liquid formulations.

MAOI to other antidepressants: switching in adults

17 February 2023Switching between or from a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) is a complex switch and requires support from a specialist. General principles are described.

Moclobemide to other antidepressants: switching in adults

17 February 2023Suggested methods for switching safely from moclobemide to other antidepressants. Switches requiring additional specialist support are highlighted.