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Clozapine use in adults with swallowing difficulties

12 June 2023Guidance on clozapine administration including crushing tablets, importance of not missing doses and practical considerations regarding switching formulations

Using calcium-channel blockers during breastfeeding

2 June 2023Nifedipine and verapamil are the calcium-channel blockers of choice during breastfeeding. Recommendations apply to full term and healthy infants only.

Using ACE inhibitors during breastfeeding

2 June 2023Enalapril is the angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor of choice during breastfeeding. Recommendations apply to full term and healthy infants only.

Using strong opioid analgesics during breastfeeding

26 May 2023Morphine is the strong opioid analgesic of choice for treating pain in breastfeeding. Recommendations apply to full term and healthy infants only.

Using lipid-lowering medicines during breastfeeding

21 April 2023Rosuvastatin, pravastatin and atorvastatin are preferred; simvastatin and ezetimibe can also be used. Recommendations apply to full term and healthy infants.

Identifying risk factors for developing a long QT interval

29 March 2023Some medicines (erythromycin, citalopram, ondansetron) can cause a long QT interval. Consider risk factors and follow MHRA recommendations for safe use.

Establishing if a person needs to switch their antidepressant

28 March 2023Prior response, side-effects, new contraindications, and current depression symptoms may require switching antidepressants. When it is, establish shared goals.

Contraception: resources to support answering questions

20 March 2023Suggested resources to help primary care healthcare professionals find information on contraception and reproductive health

Questions to ask when giving medicines advice in renal impairment

20 March 2023Information should be gathered about the renal impairment history or type of kidney disease to enable a risk assessment and decisions about treatment.

Information resources for managing medicines in renal impairment

20 March 2023SPS and other information resources can help healthcare professionals provide advice on medicines in renal impairment.