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Hydrocortisone: informing intrathecal risk assessment

11 August 2022Hydrocortisone products vary in their licensed status and other characteristics which affects their suitability for intrathecal administration

Hydromorphone: informing intrathecal risk assessment

11 August 2022Hydromorphone products vary in their licensed status and other characteristics which affects their suitability for intrathecal administration

Thiotepa: informing intrathecal risk assessment

11 August 2022Thiotepa products vary in their licensed status and other characteristics which affects their suitability for intrathecal administration

Topotecan: informing intrathecal risk assessment

11 August 2022Topotecan products vary in their licensed status and other characteristics which affects their suitability for intrathecal administration

Switching between gabapentin and pregabalin for neuropathic pain

20 January 2023An overview of possible dose equivalences, switching methods and considerations to make before switching between gabapentinoids in adults with neuropathic pain.

Medically terminating a pregnancy during breastfeeding

28 September 2023Breastfeeding can be continued following short term treatment with mifepristone and misoprostol. Recommendations apply to full term and healthy infants.

Using PGDs in occupational health services (OHS)

4 March 2024PGDs should only be used in an NHS OHS, where they confer additional benefit for service provision. They cannot be used for OHS via private provision.

Options for GP practices providing influenza vaccination to staff

4 March 2024GPs can vaccinate staff using PSDs, written instructions, or via OHS or community pharmacies. Considerations for using each mechanism are explained.

Treating heartburn and dyspepsia during breastfeeding

5 March 2024Antacids, alginates, H2-receptor antagonists or proton pump inhibitors can be used during breastfeeding. Recommendations are for full term and healthy infants.

Treating insomnia during breastfeeding

8 March 2024Zopiclone and zolpidem are preferred for the short-term management of insomnia during breastfeeding. Recommendations apply to full term and healthy infants.
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