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Administration of contrast media under a PGD by multiple HCPs

3 August 2026Whether a healthcare professional (HCP) can prepare and/or administer contrast media supplied by another HCP under a PGD will depend on a range of factors.

Preventing parenteral nutrition rapid over-infusion in babies

31 July 2026There is a risk of severe harm or death if PN is unintentionally infused too rapidly in babies. Healthcare professionals need to ensure safe practice.

Legal mechanisms to supply and administer medicines to individuals

28 July 2026The main legal mechanisms used to supply and/or administer medicines are explained and considerations suggested for the most appropriate option(s)

Medicine administration by registered and non-registered staff

28 July 2026Administration of medicines needs to be undertaken by appropriately trained healthcare staff operating under a legal governance framework

Supply and/or administration of Controlled Drugs under a PGD

1 July 2026The legal position on the supply and/or administration of controlled drugs under Patient Group Directions is summarised

Prescribing and administering intravenous paracetamol safely

22 June 2026Guidance on safe prescribing and administration of IV paracetamol, including dosing, infusion, risk mitigation, and monitoring to prevent errors.

Patient Group Direction use in End of Life Care

10 June 2026Considerations required before implementing Patient Group Directions (PGDs) in End of Life Care.

Use of injectable medicines for multiple doses

27 May 2026Using injectable medicines for multiple doses increases the risk of contamination, error and patient harm.

Using transdermal patches safely in healthcare settings

5 May 2026Practical guidance for safe application, monitoring, removal, disposal, documentation and storage of transdermal patches to reduce risk of medication errors.

Unlicensed medicines and use of PGDs

5 May 2026This page explains why PGDs are not a legal mechanism for the administration or supply of unlicensed medicines.