Renal and urologic disorders

Questions to ask when giving medicines advice in renal impairment

29 July 2026Information should be gathered about the renal impairment history or type of kidney disease to enable a risk assessment and decisions about treatment.

Reviewing medicines use in renal impairment

29 July 2026We advise on different areas to consider for medicines use in adults with a range of kidney disorders

Renal impairment: resources to support clinical decisions

29 July 2026Suggested resources to help healthcare professionals find information regarding the use of medicines in renal impairment

Trimethoprim for Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)

21 July 2026SPS PGD template for the supply of trimethoprim tablets for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection (UTI).

Treating urinary disorders during breastfeeding

2 July 2026Oxybutynin is preferred for urinary disorders during breastfeeding. Recommendations apply to full term and healthy infants only.

Nitrofurantoin for Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)

2 January 2026SPS PGD template for the supply of nitrofurantoin capsules/tablets for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection (UTI).

Calculating kidney function

16 April 2024We explain the different methods and their limitations that are used to measure kidney function. These methods are not interchangeable.

Using nitrofurantoin during breastfeeding

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