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Managing COVID-19 and breastfeeding
6 October 2023
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Continue breastfeeding during COVID-19 infection, even if dexamethasone, Paxlovid, sotrovimab or tocilzumab are required. COVID-19 vaccines can also be given.
Trimethoprim for Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
25 April 2023
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SPS PGD template for the supply of trimethoprim tablets for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection (UTI).
Nitrofurantoin for Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
25 April 2023
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SPS PGD template for the supply of nitrofurantoin capsules/tablets for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection (UTI).
Antimicrobial Stewardship (AMS): unlocking the potential
7 March 2023
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A highly informative mini conference for healthcare teams leading, supporting, and providing oversight of antimicrobial stewardship.
Gentamicin: informing intrathecal risk assessment
11 August 2022
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Gentamicin products vary in their licensed status and other characteristics which affects their suitability for intrathecal administration
Colistimethate sodium: informing intrathecal risk assessment
11 August 2022
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Colistimethate products vary in their licensed status and other characteristics which affects their suitability for intrathecal administration
Fluorescein: informing intrathecal risk assessment
11 August 2022
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Fluorescein products vary in their licensed status and other characteristics which affects their suitability for intrathecal administration
Vancomycin: informing intrathecal risk assessment
11 August 2022
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Vancomycin products vary in their licensed status and other characteristics which affects their suitability for intrathecal administration
Amikacin: informing intrathecal risk assessment
11 August 2022
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Amikacin products vary in their licensed status and other characteristics which affects their suitability for intrathecal administration
Using chloramphenicol during breastfeeding
16 June 2022
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Topical chloramphenicol can be used with caution and monitoring. Systemic chloramphenicol is not recommended. Advice applies to full term and healthy infants.
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