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Using written instructions in occupational health services

4 March 2024Written instructions can be used as part of an occupational health service to supply/administer medicines to staff within the organisation.

Occupational health services (OHS) and medicines mechanisms

4 March 2024Various legal mechanisms can be used to supply and/or administer medicines within OHS. We explain some practical applications within this series.

Patient Group Direction use in Primary Care Networks

8 January 2020Guidance on the legislation and governance required when considering the use of PGDs across a PCN

"Tranche" branded medicines in a competitive market

12 November 2021An explanation of branded "Tranche" Medicines in a competitive market

Procurement of licensed medicines

12 November 2021Purchasing of medicines is a complex process with many factors to consider

Procurement of unlicensed medicines and other services managed by CMU

12 November 2021Purchasing of medicines is a complex process with many factors to consider

Procurement Structure

12 November 2021A brief overview of collaborative working for procurement of medicines and pharmaceutical products and services in the NHS.

An overview of Procurement of Medicines and Pharmaceutical Products and Services for NHS hospitals

12 November 2021Procurement of Medicines for hospitals in England is led and coordinated by NHS CMU, supported by NPSG and PMSG

Use of individually named medicines in HM Prisons

9 June 2022Advice on the use of individually named patient supplies versus stock medication for residential custodial settings

Primary Care Discussions: Lipid Management

12 December 2023A practical and interactive discussion between specialist and generalist pharmacy professionals about managing lipid treatments in primary care
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