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Using generic liposomal amphotericin B
13 September 2024
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Learn about differences between generic Amphotericin B Tillomed Liposomal and Amphotericin B Gilead Liposomal, previously branded AmBisome.
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Treating acute hypokalaemia in adults
14 August 2024
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Untreated hypokalaemia (low potassium) can lead to life threatening arrhythmias. We guide on the safe management of potassium for acute hypokalaemia.
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Assessing injectables for enteral administration
13 August 2024
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Clinical decisions on the use of injectable formulations for enteral administration should be guided by safety and practicality.
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Administration of contrast agents under a PGD by multiple HCPs
15 July 2024
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Whether a healthcare professional (HCP) can prepare and/or administer contrast supplied by another HCP under a PGD will depend on a range of factors.
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Supply and administration of medicines by staff group (P to Z)
2 April 2024
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Different staff groups have different permissions with respect to medicines supply and administration and it is important to ensure legislation is followed.
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Supply and administration of medicines by staff group (H to O)
2 April 2024
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Different staff groups have different permissions with respect to medicines supply and administration and it is important to ensure legislation is followed.
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Supply and administration of medicines by staff group (A to G)
2 April 2024
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Different staff groups have different permissions with respect to medicines supply and administration and it is important to ensure legislation is followed.
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Using St Mark’s electrolyte solution
31 January 2024
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St Mark’s solution is an oral rehydration solution, which maintains fluid balance in conditions like short bowel syndrome. We guide on preparation and use.
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Giving intermittent intravenous infusions by gravity in adults
12 July 2023
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Infusion by gravity is not the preferred method of administration, but may be necessary in some circumstances. Ensure a risk assessment is undertaken.
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Managing the risks of using effervescent tablets in children
9 March 2023
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Careful use of effervescent or soluble tablets to deliver part tablet doses for children and neonates can minimise risks of toxicity or suboptimal therapy.
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