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Guidance on the Pharmaceutical Issues concerning Outpatient Parenteral Antibiotic Therapy (OPAT) and other Outpatient IV Therapy Services 1st Edition January 2018

30 July 2018The development of OPAT (Outpatient Parenteral Antibiotic Therapy) services and other outpatient intravenous therapies has been rapid over recent years and there are many models…

Giving intermittent intravenous infusions by gravity in adults

12 July 2023Infusion by gravity is not the preferred method of administration, but may be necessary in some circumstances. Ensure a risk assessment is undertaken.

Considerations for using medicines following bariatric surgery

31 March 2022Guidance on the physiological changes after bariatric surgery (gastric bypass) that can affect the absorption of medicines and supplements.

Compatibility of nebuliser solution combinations

22 June 2022Guidance on what to consider when mixing nebuliser solutions and advice on which combinations are compatible.

Choosing between oral vancomycin options

18 May 2021Local decision makers should choose between the options for giving vancomycin orally. Licensing status and other factors affect decision making.

Choosing between oral fidaxomicin options

20 October 2021Local decision makers should choose between the options for giving fidaxomicin orally. Licensing status and other factors affect decision making.

Assessment and storage of medicines for the self-administration

25 January 2023Suitable medicines must be stored safely and securely in accordance with organisational policy, while still supporting self-administration

Assessing injectables for enteral administration

13 August 2024Clinical decisions on the use of injectable formulations for enteral administration should be guided by safety and practicality.

Alternatives to transcribing for medicines administration

22 February 2022Transcribing is not the preferred option for medicines administration and the alternatives should be considered before committing to transcribing.

Advising how to crush or disperse tablets and open capsules

17 December 2024How to disperse tablets in water, crush tablets and open capsules safely for oral administration in adults.
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