24 November 2023 · The use of statins can be continued with azithromycin. However, the interaction risks need to be managed if clarithromycin or erythromycin are required.
31 October 2023 · Tobacco smoke can induce liver enzymes, affecting drug metabolism. Some medicines may need dose adjustment or monitoring if a person stops or starts smoking.
30 June 2023 · Support for prescribing decisions in people on interacting medicines, those with swallowing difficulties, renal impairment, or who are pregnant or breastfeeding
22 May 2023 · Avoid the combined use of clopidogrel with omeprazole or esomeprazole due to a significant interaction. Other PPIs are considered safe with clopidogrel.
4 April 2023 · Although no interaction between bisphosphonates and PPIs is documented, the increased risk of fractures when given together should be reviewed and managed
29 March 2023 · Some medicines (erythromycin, citalopram, ondansetron) can cause a long QT interval. Consider risk factors and follow MHRA recommendations for safe use.
13 February 2023 · Enzyme-inducing medicines reduce the effectiveness of certain contraceptives. Guidance on using contraception with these medicines is given.