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Example medicines to prescribe by brand name
2 April 2026
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Prescribe certain medicines by brand to ensure supply of the same product. Examples are grouped by therapeutic area. The list of products is not exhaustive.
Using dental antibiotic prophylaxis for hydrocephalus shunts
13 December 2024
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Considerations for whether the risk of shunt infection from transient bacteraemia during invasive dental procedures warrants non-routine antibiotic prophylaxis.
Assessing suitability of medicines in a ketogenic diet
18 November 2025
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We advise on how to establish the carbohydrate content of a medicine and assess its suitability for a person on a medical ketogenic diet.
Considering fluoride and accidental ingestion of toothpaste
28 January 2026
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Understanding fluoride intake recommendations and risks of accidentally eating or swallowing toothpaste.
Latest developments in Health and Justice Medicines Optimisation
4 December 2025
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Sharing the latest developments in Health and Justice medicines optimisation and pharmacy services.
Polypharmacy and structured medication review explainer videos
5 February 2026
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These animated videos explain the 7 steps of structured medication review, using a person-centred approach to managing polypharmacy
Prescribing controlled drugs for dental teams
16 March 2026
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This article explains which controlled drugs (CDs) dentists may prescribe, how to prescribe them, and on which forms.
Managing controlled drugs waste for dental teams
16 March 2026
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Controlled drugs (CDs) in Schedules 2, 3, and 4(1) should be denatured before disposal as pharmaceutical waste. An Environment Agency T28 exemption is required.
What steroid supplementation is required for a patient with primary adrenal insufficiency undergoing a dental procedure?
5 December 2019
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This Medicines Q&A gives guidance on dental procedures for which steroid supplementation may be required in patients with primary adrenal insufficiency and gives advice on…
Requirements for governance and preparation of gene therapy
11 February 2026
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Practical advice for centres implementing gene therapies detailing governance requirements and optimal preparation location decision making support.
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