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We publish recommendations and resources, together with a host of other material for the benefit of our users.

SPS PGD template for the supply of doxycycline for sinusitis in penicillin allergy and where an intranasal steroid is unsuitable or ineffective.
SPS PGD template for the supply of Otigo (phenazone with lidocaine) ear drops for symptomatic relief of pain due to otitis media.
SPS PGD template for the supply of fluticasone furoate nasal spray for sinusitis.
SPS PGD template for the supply of amoxicillin for otitis media.
SPS PGD template for supply of valaciclovir for shingles in specified patient groups.
SPS PGD template for supply of flucloxacillin for infected insect bites or stings.
SPS PGD template for the supply of clarithromycin for sore throat in those with a penicillin allergy.
SPS protocol template (registered pharmacists and in a registered pharmacy) and PGD template for the supply of hydrogen peroxide 1% cream for localised impetigo
SPS PGD template for the supply of penicillin V (phenoxymethylpenicillin) where an intranasal steroid is unsuitable or ineffective.
SPS PGD template for the supply of clarithromycin for widespread impetigo in penicillin allergy.
Our annual output ‘PO’ supports managed entry and budget planning for new medicines, new indications and medicines with loss of exclusivity in the NHS.
Users should be aware of the constraints and assumptions in creating Prescribing Outlook, as well as their responsibilities for use.
Exploring medication safety challenges for people with mental health conditions and how partnership working can improve safety across the system.
Contact details of the homecare regional specialists within the UK who sit on the National Homecare Medicines Committee (NHMC).
These resources provide information and guidance that reflects the growing understanding of problematic polypharmacy and overprescribing.
Exploring real-world prescribing through expert insights, practical tools, and lived experiences to support prescribers in developing safe, confident practice.
Commissioning, implementation and impact of a neighbourhood warfarin clinic developed via the Community Pharmacy Independent Prescribing Pathfinder Programme
An SPS Quality Assurance (QA) bite size learning event on capacity management in pharmacy aseptic services.
A resource collating the latest medication safety communications and publications to inform, support and inspire medication safety improvements.
Effective use provides assurance that an organisation is aware of the most critical medication safety related information, and acts on this to improve safety
SPS have developed a template audit tool to support organisations in auditing aspects of PGD development and use.
Advice on the use of Patient Group Directions (PGDs) to supply or administer a medication which is part of a clinical trial, study or pilot
E-learning developed by SPS in partnership with UKHSA, HEE and eLfH to support professionals who use, develop, authorise, review or update PGDs.
A report on the state of the pharmacy technical services workforce in the North of England
A checklist for audits and self-inspections for the holders of wholesale distribution authorisations