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Extension of expiry date of a Patient Group Direction

26 April 2021This article advises on the extension to the expiry date of a PGD where a full review and re-authorisation has not taken place.

Dosing and monitoring for treatment of Vitamin D deficiency in pregnancy

24 March 2021Effective treatment of vitamin D deficiency in pregnancy requires consideration of treatment regimens, monitoring, and preferred forms of vitamin D.

Including medicines with Risk Minimisation Measures (RMM) in PGDs

16 March 2021Medicines with RMM may not be suitable for inclusion within Patient Group Directions (PGDs). If used, the RMM must be stated within the PGD.
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Pemetrexed: Cytotoxic Drug Stability Monograph

12 March 2021Stability information is essential for the safe aseptic preparation of Pemetrexed.
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Cabazitaxel: Cytotoxic Drug Stability Monograph

12 March 2021Stability information is essential for the safe aseptic preparation of cabazitaxel

Good governance guidance when handling multiple COVID-19 vaccines

2 March 2021Practice points to ensure good governance when planning or designing vaccination services where multiple vaccines are used.

Safe practice for handling multiple COVID-19 vaccines

2 March 2021A number of COVID-19 vaccines are available, all with different handling and dosing requirements; sites need to plan to reduce the risk of errors
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Treosulfan: Cytotoxic Drug Stability Monograph

11 February 2021Stability information is essential for the safe aseptic preparation of treosulfan

Governance of Medical Gas Provision: key publications

13 January 2021Signposts to key publications from the Department of Health and Health Facilities Scotland

Managing medical gases and oxygen during periods of high demand

13 January 2021Answers to common questions covering: pharmacy responsibilities, medical gas committees, medical gas pipeline systems, gas delivery systems, and governance
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