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Parkinson's disease: a primary care discussion

1 July 2026Consultant and primary care pharmacists talk about improving confidence to optimise medicines for people with Parkinson’s disease.

Benzylpenicillin injection for suspected meningitis

11 June 2026SPS PGD template for administering benzylpenicillin prior to transfer to secondary care in suspected bacterial meningitis or meningococcal septicaemia.

Baclofen: informing intrathecal risk assessment

18 April 2026Baclofen products vary in their licensed status and other characteristics which affects their suitability for intrathecal administration

Clonidine: informing intrathecal risk assessment

18 April 2026Clonidine products vary in their licensed status and other characteristics which affects their suitability for intrathecal administration

Choosing an antidepressant for people with epilepsy

26 March 2026Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) are the preferred antidepressant in people with epilepsy. We give considerations when selecting antidepressants.

Parkinson’s disease medicines in swallowing difficulties

23 March 2026Information on administration of Parkinson’s disease medicines, including crushing tablets, to reduce the risk of missed doses in swallowing difficulties

Using gabapentin or pregabalin during breastfeeding

11 February 2026Gabapentin or pregabalin can be used while breastfeeding with infant monitoring; gabapentin is preferred. Recommendations apply to full term, healthy infants.

Assessing suitability of medicines in a ketogenic diet

18 November 2025We advise on how to establish the carbohydrate content of a medicine and assess its suitability for a person on a medical ketogenic diet.

Switching brand and generic anti-seizure medicines for epilepsy

11 September 2025Switching between different manufacturers' anti-seizure medicines requires individual assessments and careful consideration about whether it will be suitable.

Using dental antibiotic prophylaxis for hydrocephalus shunts

13 December 2024Considerations for whether the risk of shunt infection from transient bacteraemia during invasive dental procedures warrants non-routine antibiotic prophylaxis.