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Worked example of assessing the risk of transcribing
28 January 2025
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Example where medicines are prescribed by both the patient’s GP and specialist clinicians, and are administered in a patient’s home.
Switching between morphine and other opioids in palliative care
1 April 2025
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Switching between oral morphine and other oral opioids requires care and thoughtful application of a stepped process.
Contraception: resources to support clinical decisions
13 April 2026
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Suggested resources to help healthcare professionals find information on medicines for contraception and reproductive health
Using solid oral dosage form antibiotics in children
3 March 2026
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Information for off-label crushing, dispersing or opening solid oral antibiotics in children when licensed suspension formulations aren’t available.
Net Zero and Social Value requirements in NHSE medicines tenders
25 July 2025
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Guidance for using the Evergreen assessment to embed Net Zero and Social Value in NHS England medicines tenders.
Answers to frequently asked questions about Evergreen Assessments
25 July 2025
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We have provided guidance on the recurrent themes or topics of enquiry raised, to support implementation of the Evergreen assessment process.
Using PGDs in occupational health services (OHS)
1 April 2026
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PGDs should only be used in an NHS OHS, where they confer additional benefit for service provision. They cannot be used for OHS via private provision.
Options for GP practices providing influenza vaccination to staff
1 April 2026
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GPs can vaccinate staff using PSDs, written instructions, or via OHS or community pharmacies. Considerations for using each mechanism are explained.
Supplying P and GSL medicines: advice for dental teams
26 March 2025
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Advice on supplying P and GSL medicines to NHS and private patients by dentists, dental hygienists and dental therapists.
Supplying Prescription Only Medicines: advice for dental teams
26 March 2025
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Advice on supplying prescription only medicines (POMs) to NHS and private patients by dentists, dental hygienists and dental therapists.
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