What is the Dose of Folic Acid to use with Methotrexate therapy for Rheumatoid Arthritis?

There is no definitive answer regarding the optimal dose of folic acid for patients with rheumatoid arthritis who are being treated with methotrexate. It is…

Can PGDs be used to supply and administer abortifacients e.g. Mifegyne®?

No. One of the requirements of the Abortion Act 1967, as amended, is that a pregnancy may be only be terminated by a registered medical…

Is it acceptable to have a dose range specified in the PGD rather than a specified dose?

This is acceptable. The legislation requires that the applicable dose or maximum dose is specified. The PGD may therefore specify a single dose or a…

What is the advice on the use of PGDs for supply of repeat contraception or repeat supply/administration of any other medication?

The preferred way for patients to receive medicines is for trained health professionals to prescribe for individual patients on a one-to-one basis. Patient Group Directions…

Is there Evidence to Support the use of Enteric Coated (EC) Aspirin to Reduce Gastrointestinal Side Effects in Cardiovascular Patients?

This meds Q&A reviews the evidence surrounding the use of enteric coated aspirin to prevent gastrointestinal damage, and also the effect of enteric coating on…

Advice on labelling of P medications to be supplied under a Patient Group Direction (PGD)

For advice on labelling of P medications to be supplied under a PGD please refer to the document link below.

If changes are made to a PGD does it need reauthorising and re-signing?

All amendments made to a PGD, including minor ones require a PGD to be reauthorised. Even where review of a PGD results in no changes…

Academic detail aid for prescribers - choosing medicines for patients unable to take solid oral dosage forms (Q&A 307.1)

Some adult patients are unable to take medication in solid oral dosage forms. Medicines Q&A 294 describes a stepwise approach to choosing suitable formulations for…