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Understanding unlicensed medicines
28 July 2023
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An understanding of the different types of unlicensed medicine will help in meeting patients' special clinical needs
Explaining the licensed status of medicines
28 July 2023
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Medicines may be licensed or unlicensed. Some substances that look like medicines may not be legally classed as medicines
Using unlicensed medicines
28 July 2023
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The decision to use an unlicensed medicine is a shared responsibility and must meet the patient's special clinical need.
Governance principles for unlicensed medicines
30 November 2023
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Factors to consider when unlicensed medicines are used, ensuring good governance.
Making unlicensed medicines
30 November 2023
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Medicines may be made without the need for a marketing authorisation in some circumstances
Purchasing Specials
30 November 2023
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Factors to consider when purchasing Specials and imported unlicensed medicines from commercial manufacturers
Evaluating the quality of imported Specials
24 June 2024
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Information from suppliers enables purchasers to assess the quality of imported unlicensed medicines
Evaluating the quality of UK Manufactured Specials
24 June 2024
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Information from suppliers enables purchasers to assess the quality of UK manufactured Specials
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