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SSRIs to other antidepressants: switching in adults

17 February 2023Suggested methods for switching safely between SSRIs or to other antidepressants. Switches requiring additional specialist support are highlighted.

Using contraception with enzyme-inducing medicines

13 February 2023Enzyme-inducing medicines reduce the effectiveness of certain contraceptives. Guidance on using contraception with these medicines is given.

Using antidiabetic medicines during breastfeeding

2 February 2023Insulin or metformin are the preferred choices during breastfeeding. Recommendations apply to full term and healthy infants only.

Using tricyclic antidepressants during breastfeeding

31 January 2023Imipramine and nortriptyline are the tricyclic antidepressants of choice. Recommendations apply to full term and healthy infants only.

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

Implementing self-administration of medicines

25 January 2023Individuals receiving healthcare should be supported to continue to self-administer existing/new medications unless there are reasons why they are unable to

Responsibilities for the self-administration of medicines

25 January 2023Duties and responsibilities are outlined for both staff and individuals during the process of self-administration of medicines (SAM)

Self-administration of medicines

25 January 2023Self-administering medicines in all care settings and at home can benefit both individuals and organisations; it should be encouraged where safely achievable

Medicine administration by registered and non-registered staff

24 January 2023Administration of medicines needs to be undertaken by appropriately trained healthcare staff operating under a legal governance framework

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.
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