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Doctors, dentists, and use of PGDs
15 December 2020
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Doctors and dentists cannot supply or administer medications under a PGD or Written Instruction. This page gives further detail on why this is the case.
Example policy for maintaining the vaccine cold chain in primary care
17 December 2020
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Sample policy for maintaining the vaccine cold chain in primary care for local adaptation and adoption.
Patient Group Directions in Complex Commissioning Scenarios
10 June 2021
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This guide supports planning, decision making and advises on governance processes when PGDs are used within commissioned services.
Choosing formulations of medicines for adults with swallowing difficulties
25 June 2021
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Some adults cannot safely swallow tablets or capsules. A process for choosing suitable formulations is described, following a stepwise approach.
Choosing a suitable antidepressant for people with coronary heart disease (CHD)
2 July 2021
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Prescribers may need to choose a safe antidepressant in people with CHD. We guide on available options. We do not cover management of complex depression.
Primary Care Discussions: Asking the right questions
22 July 2021
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Contacting your local Medicines Information service to ensure you get the right answer - an 'On the Couch' discussion between specialist pharmacists and those
Primary Care Discussions: Decisions in Cardiology
19 August 2021
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Managing patients with cardiovascular disease - an 'On the Couch' discussion between specialist pharmacists and those working in primary care
Written Instruction for the administration of seasonal 'flu vaccination
25 August 2021
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Advice on using written instructions for the administration of 'flu vaccinations to healthcare staff.
Primary Care Discussions: Choosing an anticoagulant with a patient with AF
30 September 2021
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Anticoagulating patients with Atrial Fibrillation (AF) - an 'On the Couch' discussion between specialist pharmacists and those working in primary care
Advising on missed or delayed doses of medicines
15 October 2021
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Guidance to advise people who occasionally forget or are late in taking a dose of their medicine(s).
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