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Valaciclovir for shingles

26 February 2026SPS PGD template for supply of valaciclovir for shingles in specified patient groups.

Aciclovir for shingles

26 February 2026SPS PGD template for supply of aciclovir for shingles in specified patient groups.

Co-amoxiclav for human and animal bites

27 November 2025SPS PGD template for supply of co-amoxiclav for the prophylaxis of human and animal bites in specified patient groups.

Doxycycline and metronidazole for human and animal bites

27 November 2025SPS PGD templates for supply of doxycycline and metronidazole for the prophylaxis of human and animal bites in specified patient groups

Using potassium permanganate for skin conditions or wound care

4 April 2025Potassium permanganate is a chemical product. We review the evidence for using it in wound care and highlight the risk of severe harm associated with wrong use.

Treating lice during breastfeeding

31 May 2024Wet combing, dimeticone, malathion or permethrin can be used during breastfeeding; choice will depend on the indication. Other treatments can be considered.

Treating impetigo topically during breastfeeding

21 March 2024Fusidic acid, hydrogen peroxide or mupirocin can be used topically during breastfeeding. Recommendations apply to full term and healthy infants.

Using inhaled or topical corticosteroids during breastfeeding

17 July 2023All topical and inhaled corticosteroids can be used while breastfeeding; there is no preferred choice. Recommendations apply to full term, healthy infants only.