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Preparing and administering the COVID-19 Vaccine Moderna
23 March 2021
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Preparing and administering the vaccine using our SOPs, plus additional advice on post-vaccination observation and monitoring
About SPS Cytotoxic Drug and Biopharmaceutical Stability monographs and advice
24 August 2020
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Validated stability data ensures products compounded by cytotoxic reconstitution processes within aseptic units are safe for patients
Using transdermal patches safely in healthcare settings
3 May 2022
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Guidance on strategies for the safe application of transdermal patches to reduce the risk of medication errors in healthcare settings.
Guidance on the Pharmaceutical Issues concerning Outpatient Parenteral Antibiotic Therapy (OPAT) and other Outpatient IV Therapy Services 1st Edition January 2018
30 July 2018
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The development of OPAT (Outpatient Parenteral Antibiotic Therapy) services and other outpatient intravenous therapies has been rapid over recent years and there are many models…
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