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Example medicines to prescribe by brand name in primary care
27 March 2022
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Prescribe certain medicines by brand to ensure supply of the same product. Examples are grouped by therapeutic area. The list of products is not exhaustive.
New onset depression in autoimmune patients and the relationship with their biologics
16 March 2022
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16 March 2022. An MUS Webinar with a discussion between specialist pharmacists
Iclepertin
Depression: treatment during pregnancy
6 January 2022
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Signposting evidence-based information on the treatment of depression in pregnancy
Nursing Associates, Physician Associates and the use of Patient Group Directions
16 November 2021
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The below summaries the legal position on the use of PGDs by Nursing Associates and Physician Associates
Written Instruction for the administration of seasonal 'flu vaccination
25 August 2021
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Advice on using written instructions for the administration of 'flu vaccinations to healthcare staff.
Choosing a suitable antidepressant for people with coronary heart disease (CHD)
2 July 2021
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Prescribers may need to choose a safe antidepressant in people with CHD. We guide on available options. We do not cover management of complex depression.
Patient Group Directions in Complex Commissioning Scenarios
10 June 2021
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This guide supports planning, decision making and advises on governance processes when PGDs are used within commissioned services .
Using antidepressants for depression in people with epilepsy
14 May 2021
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Antidepressant use requires special consideration in people with epilepsy. Treating stable depression is covered.
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