Publications

Penicillin V (phenoxymethylpenicillin) for sinusitis

27 January 2025SPS PGD template for the supply of penicillin V (phenoxymethylpenicillin) where an intranasal steroid is unsuitable or ineffective.

Penicillin V (phenoxymethylpenicillin) for sore throat

27 January 2025SPS PGD template for the supply of penicillin V (phenoxymethylpenicillin) for sore throat.

Clarithromycin for sinusitis

27 January 2025SPS PGD template for the supply of clarithromycin for sinusitis in penicillin allergy and where an intranasal steroid is unsuitable or ineffective.

Erythromycin for sinusitis

27 January 2025SPS PGD template for the supply of erythromycin for sinusitis in both penicillin allergy and pregnancy, where an intranasal steroid is unsuitable or ineffective

Erythromycin for impetigo

27 January 2025SPS PGD template for the supply of erythromycin for widespread impetigo in both penicillin allergy and pregnancy.

Erythromycin for sore throat

27 January 2025SPS PGD template for the supply of erythromycin for sore throat in both penicillin allergy and pregnancy.

Erythromycin for otitis media

27 January 2025SPS PGD template for the supply of erythromycin for otitis media in both penicillin allergy and pregnancy.

Benzylpenicillin injection for suspected meningitis

25 April 2024SPS PGD template for administering benzylpenicillin prior to transfer to secondary care in suspected bacterial meningitis or meningococcal septicaemia.

UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) PGD Templates

8 April 2024Patient Group Direction templates by UKHSA are developed for a range of clinical scenarios. A summary of the processes to use and further links are provided.

Using medicines under PGD as part of a clinical trial or study

8 April 2024Advice on the use of Patient Group Directions (PGDs) to supply or administer a medication which is part of a clinical trial, study or pilot