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Writing a PGD

30 July 2024Writing a PGD is a multi-step process, requiring input from all members of the PGD development team.

Wholesale Distribution Authorisation Audit Edition 1 August 2014 (Yellow Cover)

18 August 2014

When not to use a PGD

12 February 2024Understanding when PGDs are an unsuitable mechanism for the supply and/or administration of medicines ensures an alternative legal framework is applied.

When PGDs can be used

12 February 2024Understanding when PGDs are a suitable mechanism for the supply and/or administration of medicines ensures an appropriate legal framework for service provision.

Welcoming the Web Assistant pilot

30 June 2023The Web Assistant will help you to answer questions about medicines in patients with swallowing difficulties.

Valaciclovir for shingles

1 February 2024SPS PGD template for supply of valaciclovir for shingles in specified patient groups.

Using medicines under PGD as part of a clinical trial or study

26 June 2019Advice on the use of Patient Group Directions (PGDs) to supply or administer a medication which is part of a clinical trial, study or pilot

Understanding the falsified medicines directive

9 March 2023An overview of the changes to the requirements for medicines ‘safety features’ following the UK’s departure from the EU

Ulipristal acetate 30mg tablets for emergency contraception

4 October 2021SPS PGD template for the supply and/or administration of ulipristal acetate 30mg tablet for emergency contraception.

UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) PGD Templates

14 September 2020Patient 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.