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Using codeine, dihydrocodeine or tramadol during breastfeeding

17 January 2023Tramadol and dihydrocodeine can be used while breastfeeding for pain control. Codeine should not be used . Advice applies to full term, healthy infants.

Using SSRI antidepressants during breastfeeding

13 January 2023Paroxetine and sertraline are the Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs) of choice. Recommendations apply to full term and healthy infants only.

Calculating kidney function

16 December 2022We explain the different methods and their limitations that are used to measure kidney function. These methods are not interchangeable.

Assessing the impact of renal impairment on medicines safety

16 December 2022We advise on points to consider when undertaking medication reviews in adults with kidney disorders

Questions to ask when giving medicines advice in renal impairment

16 December 2022Information should be gathered about the renal impairment history or type of kidney disease to enable a risk assessment and decisions about treatment.

Information resources for managing medicines in renal impairment

14 December 2022SPS and other information resources can help healthcare professionals provide advice on medicines in renal impairment.

Heart failure management in frail older people

2 December 2022Guidance to help upskill primary and secondary care clinicians in decision making when managing heart failure in frail older people

Managing cardiovascular disease in frail older people

2 December 2022A pragmatic approach for managing common cardiovascular long-term conditions in older people living with frailty, multimorbidity and polypharmacy

Atrial fibrillation management in frail older people

2 December 2022Guidance to help upskill primary and secondary care clinicians in decision making when managing atrial fibrillation in frail older people

Coronary heart disease and risk management in frail older people

2 December 2022Guidance to help upskill primary and secondary care clinicians in decision making when managing CHD and cardiovascular risk in frail older people
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