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OPNet: Reducing overprescribing

23 November 2022Insights, guidance and tips on how the ICS can contribute to, and support the reduction in, overprescribing in frailty, multimorbidity and polypharmacy.

Contraception: resources to support answering questions

30 November 2022Suggested resources to help primary care healthcare professionals find information on contraception and reproductive health

Medication Safety in Primary Care: an on the couch conversation

1 November 2022Tony Jamieson, National Clinical Improvement Lead, discussed medication safety issues with primary care pharmacy staff.

Antibiotics in Primary Care

4 October 2022An ‘On the Couch’ discussion between primary care pharmacy professionals and Dr Kieran Hand.

Using solid oral dosage form antibiotics in children

7 December 2022Crushing or dispersing whole solid dosage forms or opening capsules is an "off-label" use. This includes use for Group A streptococcal infections.

NHS Health and Justice Programme: update and controlled drugs

1 December 2022This is the annual event for members of the SPS Secure Environment’s Group. This year we focused on Controlled Drugs (CDs) and general programme updates.

Finding your way with Integrated Care Systems

6 December 2022A practical ‘On the Couch’ discussion between two ICS Chief Pharmacists to share the realities, outline current challenges and consider next steps.

Emergency contraception and breast-feeding

28 October 2020It is possible for a woman to get pregnant again very soon after the birth of a baby, even if breastfeeding, and even if periods…

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…

What pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic factors need to be considered when prescribing drugs for patients with liver disease?

30 October 2020This updated Medicines Q&A discusses the pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic factors that need to be considered when prescribing drugs for patients with liver disease