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ARB suggestions for adults with swallowing difficulties

20 June 2024A range of angiotensin II receptor antagonists (angiotensin receptor blockers, ARB) formulations are suitable for adults with swallowing difficulties.

About the SPS Medicines Governance Do Once Programme

4 October 2021The programme reduces duplication of effort and improves quality and consistency through national PGD templates and Medicines Policy and Governance principles

Accessing resources for patients on high risk medicines

19 December 2022A number of resources are available to support the safe use of high-risk medicines. Healthcare professionals should ensure they are available for their patients

Accessing the CAR-T training passport for clinical pharmacists

28 February 2023The Pan UK Pharmacy Working Group for ATMPs has collaborated with UK BMT (Bone Marrow Transplant) pharmacists to produce a CAR-T verification passport

Accredited training for pharmacy staff within technical services

17 March 2023Pharmacy staff involved in the preparation of aseptically-prepared products should be suitably trained and accredited to assure a safe service

Aciclovir (oral) for genital HSV infection

5 October 2021SPS PGD template for the supply of aciclovir (oral) to treat genital herpes simplex virus (HSV) infections.

Aciclovir for shingles

1 February 2024SPS PGD template for supply of aciclovir for shingles in specified patient groups.

Acute settings and transcribing

28 January 2025Consideration needs to be given to the risk factors particularly associated with transcribing in acute settings

Additional considerations for single or multi-centre trials

8 December 2022Ensure the correct process is followed depending on whether it is a single or multi-centre trial sponsored by an NHS organisation

Additional services records in community pharmacy

30 June 2023Recommendations for the retention of records relating to Advanced services, Enhanced services and Public Health campaigns in community pharmacy.