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Penicillin V (phenoxymethylpenicillin) for sinusitis

1 February 2024SPS PGD template for the supply of penicillin V (phenoxymethylpenicillin) where an intranasal steroid is unsuitable or ineffective.

Clarithromycin for infected insect bites or stings

1 February 2024SPS PGD template for supply of clarithromycin for infected insect bites or stings in penicillin allergy.

Mometasone furoate monohydrate nasal spray for sinusitis

1 February 2024SPS PGD template for the supply of mometasone furorate monohydrate nasal spray for sinusitis.

Using beta-blockers during breastfeeding

2 June 2023Labetalol, metoprolol or propranolol are the beta-blockers of choice during breastfeeding. Recommendations apply to full term and healthy infants only.

Preparing to use natalizumab biosimilar

6 February 2024Natalizumab biosimilar needs planning. Ensure you are familiar with the area and then develop an implementation plan working with the multidisciplinary team.

Using nitrofurantoin during breastfeeding

6 February 2024Nitrofurantoin can be used during breastfeeding. Recommendations apply to full term and healthy infants.

Using benzodiazepines during breastfeeding

15 February 2024Lorazepam and oxazepam are the preferred benzodiazepines during breast feeding, if clinically appropriate. Recommendations apply to full term, healthy infants.

Morphine: informing intrathecal risk assessment

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

Rituximab: informing intrathecal risk assessment

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

Etoposide: informing intrathecal risk assessment

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

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