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The Use of Generic Anti Epileptics Drugs in Patients with Epilepsy
28 September 2020
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Consensus views of the Pharmaceutical Market Support Group and the UK Clinical Pharmacists Association: Neurosciences Group on the safety and appropriateness of switching between brand…
Transcribing in the patient's home with healthcare input
22 February 2022
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Consideration needs to be given to the risk factors particularly associated with transcribing in the patient's home with healthcare input
Understanding transcribing for medicines administration
22 February 2022
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Transcribing for medicines administration in healthcare requires assessment and mitigation against identified risks. These risks vary according to setting.
Using Standardised Strengths of Unlicensed Liquid Medicines in Children
10 October 2019
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A joint statement from the Neonatal and Paediatric Pharmacy Group (NPPG) and the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH)
Using coenzyme Q10 supplements for statin-induced muscle symptoms
18 February 2022
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People often buy coenzyme Q10 supplements to help with statin-induced muscle symptoms. However, there is insufficient evidence to recommend its use.
Using medicines under PGD as part of a clinical trial or study
26 June 2019
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Advice on the use of Patient Group Directions (PGDs) to supply or administer a medication which is part of a clinical trial, study or pilot
Using oseltamivir under PGD for care home residents
8 September 2020
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A summary of when and how a Patient Group Direction (PGD) may be legally used to supply and/or administer oral oseltamivir to care home residents
Using written instructions for seasonal ‘flu vaccination
25 August 2021
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Advice on using written instructions for the administration of 'flu vaccinations to healthcare staff.
What is the clinical significance of potential drug interactions with local anaesthetic preparations used in primary care dentistry?
30 July 2020
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This 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…
What is the clinical significance of the interaction between methotrexate and penicillins?
1 October 2020
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The evidence for an interaction between methotrexate and penicillins is limited to case reports and animal studies. So far, there is no conclusive evidence that…
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