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Treating herpes virus infections during breastfeeding

12 January 2024Aciclovir or valaciclovir can be used during breastfeeding. Recommendations apply to full term and healthy infants.

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 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.

Managing COVID-19 and breastfeeding

1 May 2025Continue breastfeeding during COVID-19 infection, even if dexamethasone, Paxlovid, sotrovimab or tocilzumab are required. COVID-19 vaccines can also be given.

Trimethoprim for Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)

2 January 2026SPS PGD template for the supply of trimethoprim tablets for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection (UTI).

Nitrofurantoin for Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)

2 January 2026SPS PGD template for the supply of nitrofurantoin capsules/tablets for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection (UTI).

Antimicrobial Stewardship (AMS): unlocking the potential

7 March 2023A highly informative mini conference for healthcare teams leading, supporting, and providing oversight of antimicrobial stewardship.

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.

Outsourcing outpatient parenteral antibiotic therapy

15 December 2025When outsourcing aseptically prepared OPAT, consider risks to patient safety