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Standard Operating Procedure for Undertaking and Reporting EL(97)52 Audits, 8th Edition, January 2018 (Yellow Cover)
6 January 2015
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During 1997 EL(97)52 was issued which required external audit at an interval of 12 to 18 months of all hospital pharmacy departments preparing injections under…
Suppliers Audit Database
16 December 2016
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The supplier audit databases have been set up to make best use of the NHS supplier audits performed across the United Kingdom
Terbutaline injection for use in labour within maternity services
19 January 2023
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SPS PGD template for administering subcutaneous terbutaline sulfate for the reduction of contraction frequency in individuals in labour.
The Training of Auditors to Undertake Audits of Unlicensed Aseptic Dispensing in NHS Hospitals 2nd edition (Yellow Cover)
24 May 2010
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This document describes the nationally agreed standards for the training and on going accreditation of EL auditors.
Tranexamic acid injection for treatment of severe haemorrhage
5 October 2021
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SPS PGD template for administering tranexamic acid injection for treatment of severe haemorrhage by registered Paramedics and Nurses.
Trimethoprim for Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
19 January 2023
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SPS PGD template for the supply of trimethoprim tablets for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection (UTI).
UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) PGD Templates
14 September 2020
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Patient Group Direction templates by UKHSA are developed for a range of clinical scenarios. A summary of the processes to use and further links are provided.
Ulipristal acetate 30mg tablets for emergency contraception
4 October 2021
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SPS PGD template for the supply and/or administration of ulipristal acetate 30mg tablet for emergency contraception.
Understanding the falsified medicines directive
9 March 2023
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An overview of the changes to the requirements for medicines ‘safety features’ following the UK’s departure from the EU
Using PGDs for administering contrast agents in imaging services
2 April 2019
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Informing and supporting decision making when considering if a Patient Group Direction (PGD) is an appropriate mechanism for administering contrast agents
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