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Nursing Associates, Physician Associates and the use of PGDs

16 November 2021A summary is provided on the legal position on the use of Patient Group Directions by Nursing Associates and Physician Associates
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NPPSC hospital pharmacy procurement training modules

14 January 2019The National Pharmacy Procurement Specialists Committee (NPPSC) refreshed this series of training modules in late 2018. They are based on work compiled by Kevan Wind. The…

When and how can dentists supply medicines?

28 November 2019This updated Medicines Q&A aims to explain the legal status of medicines in the UK and when and how they may be supplied by dentists…

What steroid supplementation is required for a patient with primary adrenal insufficiency undergoing a dental procedure?

5 December 2019This Medicines Q&A gives guidance on dental procedures for which steroid supplementation may be required in patients with primary adrenal insufficiency and gives advice on…

Requirements for Governance and Preparation of Gene Therapy: Pan UK Pharmacy Working Group for ATMPs

30 October 2019Practical advice for centres implementing Gene Therapies detailing GMSC and Governance requirements and optimal preparation location.

Medicines Shortages and Patient Group Directions

16 December 2019This article outlines how PGDs can be managed to allow for their continued use in cases of medicines shortages.

National Homecare Medicines Committee (NHMC) Homecare Risk Assessment

10 December 2019To support organisations in establishing a robust risk assessment process for new homecare medicines services the NHMC has developed a tool for local use.  …

Information resources for advice on medicines and breastfeeding

4 December 2020SPS and other resources can help pharmacy professionals give advice on use of medicines during breastfeeding

Using chloramphenicol eye products in children under 2 years

29 April 2021Chloramphenicol eye drops that contain boron or borates (borax or boric acid) can be safely used in children under 2 years where indicated.

Coronary heart disease and risk management in frail older people

2 December 2022Guidance to help upskill primary and secondary care clinicians in decision making when managing CHD and cardiovascular risk in frail older people