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Influenza vaccine written instruction templates for adoption
4 March 2024
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Two Influenza written instruction templates are available; one for NHS bodies or Local Authorities and one for independent and other providers.
Seasonal influenza vaccination and occupational health services
4 March 2024
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Advice on medicines mechanisms for the administration of influenza vaccinations to healthcare staff.
Using penicillin antibiotics during breastfeeding
16 February 2024
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All penicillin antibiotics can be used during breastfeeding with precautionary infant monitoring. Recommendations apply to full term, healthy infants.
Using benzodiazepines during breastfeeding
15 February 2024
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Lorazepam and oxazepam are the preferred benzodiazepines during breast feeding, if clinically appropriate. Recommendations apply to full term, healthy infants.
Using nitrofurantoin during breastfeeding
6 February 2024
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Nitrofurantoin can be used during breastfeeding. Recommendations apply to full term and healthy infants.
Preparing to use natalizumab biosimilar
6 February 2024
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Natalizumab biosimilar needs planning. Ensure you are familiar with the area and then develop an implementation plan working with the multidisciplinary team.
Good governance when implementing natalizumab biosimilar
6 February 2024
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Governance should consider processes for approval, procurement and supply, prescribing and administration, monitoring and pharmacovigilance.
The licence and supporting evidence for natalizumab biosimilar
6 February 2024
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One licensed natalizumab biosimilar is available: Tyruko. Learn about the licensed indications and supporting evidence.
Using NSAIDS during breastfeeding
2 February 2024
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Ibuprofen or diclofenac are the non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID) of choice. Recommendations apply to full term and healthy infants.
Clarithromycin for sinusitis
1 February 2024
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SPS PGD template for the supply of clarithromycin for sinusitis in penicillin allergy and where an intranasal steroid is unsuitable or ineffective.
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