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Using oral anticoagulants during breastfeeding

2 November 2021Thromboembolic disease management whilst breastfeeding is challenging. Warfarin is the preferred choice. Guidance on using DOACs is also provided.

Considering sodium content of medicines

26 October 2021High sodium content can make some medicines unsuitable for patients on a salt-restricted diet. Alternative products exist for a range of conditions.

Choosing between oral fidaxomicin options

20 October 2021Local decision makers should choose between the options for giving fidaxomicin orally. Licensing status and other factors affect decision making.

Northern Pharmacy Technical Services Workforce Project Report

19 October 2021These are the detailed and easy read summary reports of the northern pharmacy technical services (PTS) workforce project. They provide a critical analysis of the…

Advising on missed or delayed doses of medicines

15 October 2021Guidance to advise people who occasionally forget or are late in taking a dose of their medicine(s).

New Product Evaluations

11 October 2021A list of new product evaluations that are freely available to NHS staff via the internet

Benzylpenicillin injection for suspected meningitis

5 October 2021SPS PGD template for administering benzylpenicillin prior to transfer to secondary care in suspected bacterial meningitis or meningococcal septicaemia.

Diazepam rectal tubes for managing seizures

5 October 2021SPS PGD template for administering diazepam rectal tubes for the management of seizures by registered Paramedics and Nurses.

Tranexamic acid injection for treatment of severe haemorrhage

5 October 2021SPS PGD template for administering tranexamic acid injection for treatment of severe haemorrhage by registered Paramedics and Nurses.

Buccal midazolam for the management of seizures

5 October 2021SPS PGD template for administering buccal midazolam for the management of seizures by registered Paramedics and Nurses.
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