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Understanding enzyme or transporter-based drug interactions

22 May 2024Many interactions are due to inhibition or induction of metabolising enzymes or drug transporters. Enzyme, transporter, and drug half-lives dictate duration.

Prescribing and using thiamine to prevent refeeding syndrome

2 May 2024Intravenous thiamine for prevention of refeeding syndrome should be reserved for those with intestinal failure where the oral or enteral route is unavailable.

PGD planning explainer videos

1 May 2024Short videos explaining how to plan for the development of new, or review of existing Patient Group Directions (PGDs).

PGD supply and administration explainer videos

1 May 2024Short explanatory videos about the supply and administration of medicines under Patient Group Directions (PGDs).

PGDs in practice explainer videos

1 May 2024Short videos explaining Patient Group Directions (PGDs) and medicines mechanisms, and their use in practice.

What's new in PGDs and medicines mechanisms: an update

1 May 2024An update session for those managing and using PGDs and other medicine mechanisms in practice

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.

Using folic acid and phenytoin safely

12 April 2024Folic acid interacts with phenytoin and can reduce phenytoin blood levels. Concomitant use is possible with careful management of the interaction.

How to perform preparation risk assessments for ATMPs

10 April 2024Preparation risk assessment tools for cell and tissue-based Advanced Therapy Medicinal Products (ATMPs) and in-vivo Gene Therapies.

Supply and administration of medicines by staff group (P to Z)

2 April 2024Different staff groups have different permissions with respect to medicines supply and administration and it is important to ensure legislation is followed.
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