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Moclobemide to other antidepressants: switching in adults

17 February 2023Suggested methods for switching safely from moclobemide to other antidepressants. Switches requiring additional specialist support are highlighted.

NHS prescription charges for PGDs or HMR 2012 exemptions

16 November 2021This article summarises the position regarding the levying of prescription charges for medicines supplied under a PGD or an exemption to the HMR 2012.

Choosing a medicine to delay periods

1 May 2024Norethisterone is the licensed choice for delaying menstruation, but it is not always the most appropriate choice.

Quality assurance for aseptic services videos

11 October 2024A series of short videos about quality assurance in aseptic services

Safe management of therapeutic drug monitoring

2 October 2024Organisations must ensure safe management systems are in place to support the management of drugs requiring therapeutic drug monitoring.

Using mesalazine tablets appropriately

18 October 2024An overview of differences between mesalazine tablet preparations and clinical considerations when switching between preparations.

Introduction to PGDs

12 February 2024Understand what a Patient Group Direction (PGD) is and how it is used in clinical practice.

Folic acid 5mg tablets for use during pregnancy

9 February 2022SPS PGD template for the supply of folic acid 5mg tablets to reduce risk of neural tube defect or compensate for increased folate demand during pregnancy.

Aspirin tablets for use within antenatal and maternity services

9 February 2022SPS PGD template for the supply of aspirin tablets to individuals at risk of pre-eclampsia during pregnancy.

MSATS - Safe Use of DOACs

30 October 2024Discussion of key current medication safety challenges within healthcare with a focus on the safe use of DOACs; inspiring partnership across the system.
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