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Using oseltamivir and zanamivir during breastfeeding
12 October 2023Oseltamivir and zanamivir can be used during breastfeeding when clinically indicated. Recommendations apply to full term, healthy infants only.
Using metronidazole during breastfeeding
22 December 2023Metronidazole can be used during breastfeeding for most usual treatment courses. Recommendations apply to full term, healthy infants.
Using chloramphenicol during breastfeeding
16 June 2022Topical chloramphenicol can be used with caution and monitoring. Systemic chloramphenicol is not recommended. Advice applies to full term and healthy infants.
Doxycycline for sinusitis
1 February 2024SPS PGD template for the supply of doxycycline for sinusitis in penicillin allergy and where an intranasal steroid is unsuitable or ineffective.
Fluticasone furoate nasal spray for sinusitis
1 February 2024SPS PGD template for the supply of fluticasone furoate nasal spray for sinusitis.
Otigo (phenazone with lidocaine) ear drops for otitis media
1 February 2024SPS PGD template for the supply of Otigo (phenazone with lidocaine) ear drops for symptomatic relief of pain due to otitis media.
Amoxicillin for otitis media
1 February 2024SPS PGD template for the supply of amoxicillin for otitis media.
Clarithromycin for sore throat
1 February 2024SPS PGD template for the supply of clarithromycin for sore throat in those with a penicillin allergy.
Flucloxacillin for infected insect bites or stings
1 February 2024SPS PGD template for supply of flucloxacillin for infected insect bites or stings.
Valaciclovir for shingles
1 February 2024SPS PGD template for supply of valaciclovir for shingles in specified patient groups.