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What should be considered when choosing or prescribing saliva substitutes?

4 February 2020Dry mouth is a complaint often presented to dental practitioners. There are a number of products available to manage this condition, however not all are…

How should adults with cancer be managed by general dental practitioners if they need dental treatment?

23 March 2020This Medicines Q&A provides advice on what to consider when providing dental treatment, and information about the main adverse effects of cancer therapies that could…

What is the clinical significance of potential drug interactions with local anaesthetic preparations used in primary care dentistry?

30 July 2020This updated Medicines Q&A explores the clinical significance of potential interactions between dental local anaesthetic preparations and other medicines as listed in the BNF and…

National Homecare Medicines Committee (NHMC) Homecare Digital Strategy

4 August 2020This is the NHMC and NCHA joint digital strategy and roadmap for the next 5 years. It sets out a direction of travel for homecare…

National Homecare Medicines Committee (NHMC) Engagement with Manufacturers Advice

4 August 2020The National Pharmaceutical Supply Group (NPSG) currently advises against participation in advisory boards sponsored by Manufacturers (Marketing Authorisation Holders). This NHMC paper supports this advice…

Patient Group Direction use in End of Life Care

10 August 2020Considerations required before implementing Patient Group Directions (PGDs) in End of Life Care.

The Use of Generic Anti Epileptics Drugs in Patients with Epilepsy

28 September 2020Consensus views of the Pharmaceutical Market Support Group and the UK Clinical Pharmacists Association: Neurosciences Group on the safety and appropriateness of switching between brand…

National Homecare Medicines Committee (NHMC) - Example Data Protection Protocol

26 October 2020The NHMC have prepared an example Data Protection Protocol for homecare medicines services. This document has been prepared to aid contracting authorities in preparing an…

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

How is acute hypomagnesaemia treated in adults?

12 January 2021There is no national guidance on the treatment of hypomagnesaemia, and practice varies widely between hospital Trusts. The guidance in this document reflects practice at…